The Orquesta Tipica de Chapala is scheduled for a one-night dinner show entitled Añoranza Mexicana (Mexican Nostalgia) on Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m., at La Bodega de Ajijic Restaurant. The program will feature an unplugged repertoire of classic tunes and rhythms from different regions of the country.
The musicians will break up into various small ensembles to play easy listening sounds while guests are dining. Following the meal service, the entire orchestra will perform in concert.
The group employs a variety of string instruments, including mandolin, psalitery and Mexican folk harp, with a multiple-hand marimba in the percussion section.The price for attending the show is 300 pesos per person, dinner included. The Orquesta Tipica de Chapala will apply proceeds to instrument acquisition and upkeep.
Reservations may be booked at La Bodega, Calle 16 de Septiembre 124, telephone 766-1002, or at the office of the Spanish weekly Pagina, Avenida Madero 415, located above Chapala’s Restaurant Superior, telephone 765-3535.