The Cusco Symphony Orchestra—an artistic ensemble under the Ministry of Culture—will take part in a gathering presided over by Pope Leo XIV for the faithful at the Sacsayhuamán Archaeological Park this Sunday, November 15.
The performance will also feature the Cusco Parishes Choir.
The repertoire will consist of four works. The first is "Hanacpachap cussicuinin" ("Joy of Heaven"), a polyphonic composition from the Cusco Baroque period, sung in Quechua. This will be followed by the choir’s performance of "Salve Regina," a piece from the Renaissance.
Next, the orchestra will perform "Tota pulchra," a composition dedicated to the Virgin, which will accompany the presentation of the Golden Rose to the Virgin of Bethlehem (Virgen de Belén), the patron saint of the city of Cusco. The title, which means "All Pure" in Latin, is part of the traditional repertoire of music from Cusco.
To conclude their artistic contribution, the orchestra and choir will perform "Mamacha de Belén," a song also dedicated to the city’s patron saint.
"As an artistic ensemble of the Ministry of Culture, we are very happy. This participation marks a historic milestone in our artistic journey," stated Theo Tupayachi, director of the Cusco Symphony Orchestra.
"We have high expectations and are looking forward to the ceremony with great excitement," he emphasized.
The participation of the Cusco Symphony Orchestra in the ceremony to be held at the Saqsaywaman Archaeological Park is part of the cultural activities scheduled for the visit of Pope Leo XIV.
Their inclusion highlights the track record and the artistic and cultural contributions of this ensemble—part of the Ministry of Culture—within an event of special significance for both the region and the country.
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Published: 11/15/2026