The Igartza Musika cycle, promoted by the Beasain City Council since 2016, has unveiled its cultural offering for the second half of 2026. The program will comprise ten concerts featuring Basque and international artists, maintaining its commitment to quality and presenting proposals beyond the mainstream commercial circuits.
Concerts will take place at the Palacio de Igartza, Erauskin Square, and the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. A diverse range of styles will be explored, including chamber music, contemporary txalaparta, choral works, jazz, pop, experimental projects, and performances by young musicians from Musikene.
“"Music is an important element for social cohesion."
Adur Ugartemendia, Deputy Mayor of Beasain, highlighted the significant role of music in social cohesion. He also emphasized the intention to continue this project, which serves as a platform for creators.
The cycle's directors, Xabier Zeberio and Garazi Zabaleta, underscored the value of bringing together performers of diverse origins and artistic backgrounds in Beasain.
The cycle will commence on Saturday, July 4, at the Palacio de Igartza at 7:00 PM, with performances by the winners of the Igartza Musika Scholarship, aimed at Musikene students: Maria Slascheva (cello), Noel Redolar (piano), and Joseba Korta (piano).
The following day, Sunday, July 5, Erauskin Square will host Oreka TX at 8:00 PM, presenting their project 'Koklea,' a 70-minute visual spectacle blending nature, science, and contemporary txalaparta.
On August 1, at 8:30 PM in Erauskin Square, the month's sole concert will feature Ruper Ordorika with Mugalariak, performing their work 'Lurra ukitu barik'.
Following a summer break, the program will resume on September 20, at 7:00 PM in the Palacio de Igartza, with the Trío Pierné offering an educational performance focusing on the influence of Basque folklore in Maurice Ravel's work.
On October 18, also at 7:00 PM in the Palacio de Igartza, Trío Zukan will join the Quasar Saxophone Quartet from Canada for a collaboration merging txistu, accordion, percussion, and saxophones.
On October 28, at 7:30 PM in the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, the German choir Zwozwoeins will perform, blending Renaissance and Baroque sacred music with European folk songs.
On November 8, at 7:00 PM in the Palacio de Igartza, the vocal laboratory FEMMM, composed of four performers associated with Musikene, will present a repertoire fusing pop and jazz.
On November 28, throughout the day at the Palacio de Igartza, auditions for the Igartza Musika Scholarship Award will take place, focusing on the creation and performance of Musikene students.
On December 13, at 7:00 PM in the parish church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, the vocal group KEA, directed by Enrique Azurza, and guitarist Marco Socias will present the project 'Bihotz bat,' a tribute to Pablo Sorozábal.
The cycle will conclude on December 27, also at 7:00 PM in the Palacio de Igartza, with the Kambrass Quintet and pianist Paula Belzunegui performing the program 'Pianissimo,' which includes the work 'Oxímoron' by Garazi Zabaleta.
