Peru – Andean group Mitimaes is working on its new recording,
produced in its own studio in Arequipa. As usual, the album will feature
Peruvian themes and original compositions by the members of the group.
This is the first recording produced in Mitimaes’ native land, since all its
previous productions were carried out in Europe. The earlier recordings,
Esperanzas de Libertad-1984 (Hopes of Freedom), Huauk’ey-1985 (Brother) and Luz
de esperanza-1991 (Light of Hope) will be remastered in Peru.
Mitimaes is formed by six musicians from four towns (Cabanillas, Sandia,
Arequipa,
Juliaca) in southern Peru. they specialize in music from the highlands of Peru.
For more information go to:
www.mitimaes.com.
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
