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Monti Valdés
Plectrum lutes and quinterns
Roots
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Study
In Buenos Aires I took two degrees in music and guitar pedagogy. I also started studying art and lute, but then I went to the Schola Cantorum, where I am currently continuing my medieval and renaissance studies.
Professional
I teach music and guitar and play in medieval and renaissance music ensembles. Occasionally I teach Spanish and take care of children. But most of the time I write programs and organize rehearsals!
Why
I love the repertoire and playing in varied ensembles. I am interested in the culture and music of ancient societies.
Elective Affinities
I am very active, spontaneous and sociable. I love being with friends, listening to traditional Mexican music, dancing (a lot), running and swimming. Random fact: I’ve gotten pretty good at dating art and buildings.
2023
May
All in a Garden Green 2
Country Dances ... Listen, Watch and Dance Along!Reithalle Wenkenhof, Riehen
June
The Donkey’s Crown
Animals & Creatures Invite You to the FinissageBarfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel
September
Biennale ReRenaissance 2023
Music and Might - Maximilian's Triumphal ProcessionBarfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel
Maximilian’s Songs
Barfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel
Le Diamante et la Marguerite
Triumph 2Schmiedenhof; Rümelinsplatz, Basel
Maximilian’s triumphal procession
Triumph 3St. Martin's Church
Martinskirchplatz, Basel
October
Glickhaftig!
The Musical World of Felix PlatterBarfüsserkirche
Historical Museum Basel
November
ぐるりよざ Gururiyoza!
Over the Seas with MusicBarfüsserkirche Historical Museum Basel