The Guatemalan singer -songwriter of Kaqchikel origin Sara Curruchich announced on Tuesday, April 22 that she will publish on digital platforms Ch’uti ‘xtän (girl), The song that marked the beginning of its musical path and that went viral in 2015.
From that date and thanks to the acceptance of this emblematic sound piece, the national artist has consolidated an outstanding career.
Curruchich has published two studio albums: Are (2019) and Indigenous woman (2021).
He has also taken his music to multiple international tours and has received important awards, including The “Rising Award” award at the Folk Awards 2024 and “Order of Letters and Arts” by the Republic of France In that same year, among other awards that have highlighted their contribution to the music and defense of indigenous peoples.
The song
Originally recorded in 2015 with the Dresden Symphony Orchestra in Mexico City, Ch’uti ‘xtän (girl) It is a love song that keeps a small part of the history of Sara’s parentsand over time, he became a song to the loves that flourish with respect, and the links that grow freely.
“This song was born from my first encounters with music. It is a way of singing to that transparent, full and fair love. In addition to the conviction of also singing in Kaqchikel, my mother tongue and that our voices must be heard. After so many years, I am excited that I can finally reach more people and accompany them in their own paths,” Sara said.
According to the Guatemalan singer -songwriter, many people hope to be able to listen to the original version of that theme and that is why he will publish it on digital platforms on Friday, April 25 as an invitation to remember and celebrate fair, reciprocal love and hope.
The Guatemalan artist insisted that This launch is a gift in the middle of the successful international tour Indigenous woman, which continues for the fourth consecutive year after more than 150 concerts in Canada, USA, Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Chile, El Salvador, Costa Rica, France, Spain, England, Switzerland and Czech Republic.
This summer, Sara and his band will continue their tour of England, Spain, Portugal, France, Norway, Belgium, the United States and Canada.
“The tour Indigenous woman It has allowed us to walk and connect with different people, territories, communities and peoples. Each concert is a way of knowing, hugging history, in addition to claiming the struggle of native peoples and indigenous women and women, ”Sara added.
In addition, the Guatemalan artist works in the production of a new album which plans to launch in the first months of 2026.
Upcoming concerts by Sara Curruchich
- May 15 – San Juan del Obispo, Guatemala
- May 16 – San Juan del Obispo, Guatemala
- May 17 – Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
- May 21 – Rabinal, Guatemala
- May 22 – Rabinal, Guatemala
- May 25 – Guatemala City, Guatemala
- June 3 – Indigenous Music Summit, Toronto, Canada
- June 26 and 27 – Fusion Festival, Larz, Germany
- June 29 – Musique Ici Ailleurs, Chalon, France
- July 5 – Førde, Norway
- July 6 – Coexistence Festival, Toulouse, France
- July 10 – Riddu Riddu Festival, Norway