From Tuesday 1, until Sunday, July 13, The International Book Fair in Guatemala (Filgua) It will be open in the correum, zone 11 of the capital with more than 150 stands, more than 500 scheduled activities and countless books.
Considered as one the most important literary parties in the country, Filgua celebrates its XXII edition with surprises, delivery of free books for public school students, The participation of outstanding authors and the assistance of Guatemalans interested in reading.
According to the organization, the fair offers a literary experience that is complemented by Filgua Musica cultural activity that drives local talent and strengthens the link between artistic expressions and the community.
Every day a musical program is offered that brings together national artists, who provide attendees the opportunity to enjoy live concerts in a family and festive atmosphere, and on the night of Friday, July 4, the Alux Nahual group provided a special show.
A roquera evening in Filgua 2025
The outer square of the forum Majadas was the stage that shone at the rhythm of the songs of Alux Nahual and enclosure that his fans crowded to sing, dance and enjoy several successes of the Guatemalan rock.
At present, Alux Nahual is made up of Álvaro Aguilar —Voz and acoustic guitar – Ranferí Aguilar – guitar and choirs – Plubio Aguilar —bajo and choirs—, Óscar Conde – Flauta and keyboard -, Mirza Lam – Battery – and Rosario Vásquez – Violín.
At 8 pm on Friday, July 4, the musicians took the stage and began with their repertoire that included Macondos and Corn men.
“What a precious public for God! We did not imagine it so good. What incredible, great and a thousand thanks for coming tonight,” said Álvaro Aguilar.
“What follows is a song that we composed thinking that the borders do not really exist… the borders painted them on the maps, but if one goes on a plane never looks at the border of Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua or Cost way, ”said Álvaro and the band performed From the air.
Thanks to Filgua
During the concert, the Guatemalan musicians highlighted the importance of the lyrics, celebrated the invitation to Filgua and motivated the attendees to engage with reading. In addition, they thanked their fans for support for several decades.
“Books have their reality and there is nothing like having a book in your hand, reading those stories and creating panoramas and passages. So thinking about that, we are going to play this song that also tells its own story, ”added Álvaro and Alux interpreted Green soul
Children, youth and adults, crowded the enclosure and enjoyed the concert given by the Guatemalan band and also interpreted successes such as Come back, don’t tell me and With all your strength.
“When Alux Nahual emerged, many of you or perhaps most were not born. At that time we published two albums Alux Nahual and Conquestbut On the disc Conquest A ballad was included, a love song that sounded a lot in the radio stations with what helped us a lot to the dissemination of Alux. That song is Women And I hope they sing to us, ”said Álvaro Aguilar.
The sentimental touch
By including the Alux Nahual group, Filgua complied with offering a literary, family and festive atmosphere. In addition, the National Group included a repertoire that connected with its audience and that started sighs at times.
“How happy to see them here, welcome to our music, welcome your voices. We are going to be here for a while sharing these songs that are yours and that is why we are going to ask them to accompany us. This is called Free feelingSaid Ranferí and his fans joined a voice to chant that ballad.
“In the group’s repertoire there is another rock ballad that is entitled Today, that we play very little, but tonight we decided to interpret it especially for you “Said Plubio, who sang and touched guitar, while Álvaro touched the bass.
Ovation
“Alux, Alux, Alux,” was constantly heard during the evening. In addition, the applause were heard after the group performed High to fire, like an elf and Private party.
The farewell
The national musicians waived talent on stage and showed their joy for an evening in which harmony, music and lyrics shone. In addition, they highlighted the importance and mission of the International Book Fair in Guatemala.
“In this wonderful, magical and beautiful world that are the books, are the fables … Alux has one of them that is special and carries music, ”added Álvaro Aguilar and the group concluded his concert at 9.30 pm with The fable of the cricket and the sea.
“Thank you very much for this special night, see you soon,” the artists gave.