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A Sweet Tradition at Cantar con los Reyes At Cantar con los Reyes , music and tradition come together in a celebration meant to be shared. One of the most cherished parts of this gathering is the Rosca de Reyes , a symbol of community, generosity, and joy. This year, we are pleased to feature Roscas prepared by Dulce Bocado by Tania , whose baking honors tradition while embracing creativity. Guests will enjoy a delicious variety of roscas, including rosca de nuez con cajeta ,

PLAY THE VIDEO Venid Fieles Todos Venid, fieles todos, a Belén marchemos de gozo triunfantes, y llenos de amor; Y al Rey de los cielos contemplar podremos; Venid, adoremos, venid, adoremos, venid, adoremos a Cristo el Señor. El que es Hijo eterno del eterno Padre, y Dios verdadero que al mundo creó, al seno virgíneo nació de una madre; [Estribillo] En pobre pesebre yace reclinado, al mundo ofreciendo eternal salvación, el santo Mesías, verbo humanado; [Estribillo] God Rest Ye

I’d like to share a brief video excerpt from my opera Farolitos of Christmas from a rehearsal at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuqueque New Mexico. The opera is being produced by Opera Southwest, with performances scheduled 12/7 - 12/14, 2026. Based on the beloved children’s book by Rudolfo Anaya , this family opera is especially close to my heart. It tells a quiet story of love, resilience, and keeping tradition alive during difficult times. I hope this short m

Every December in several towns across Mexico, something magical begins to unfold. As the nights grow colder and the streets glow with warm lantern light, families gather to watch a yearly ritual: the pastorela —a dramatic retelling of Los Pastores , the story of humble shepherds who hear the news of a child’s birth and set out into the night to find him.” These plays aren’t just performances. They’re full of laughter, music, and a little mischief. It’s a tradition that feel

Message from Rosca - CLICK PLAY! January 4, 2026 • 2:00–4:00 PM San Jose Woman’s Club — 75 S 11th St, San Jose, CA 95112 Our beloved Rosca de Reyes  has something to say… The first 100 ticket buyers  ( General Seating + Rosca Slice Ticket only ) will get a free slice of Rosca de Reyes and a cup of Atole  on the house. Rosca says, “Be quick if you want a sweet surprise!” VIP SEATING - If you buy a VIP ticket, you receive a complimentary slice of Rosca and a cup of Atole on th

Día de los Reyes, or Three Kings Day, is one of the most cherished celebrations in Mexican culture. Observed on January 6 , it honors the arrival of the Three Wise Men—Melchor, Gaspar, and Baltasar—who traveled across deserts and kingdoms, guided by a brilliant star, to bring gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to baby Jesus. This tradition was brought to Mexico during the colonial era, but over centuries it has grown into something uniquely Mexican—a celebration of faith,

Every January, Opera Cultura’s Cantar con los Reyes  brings the spirit of Día de los Reyes  (Three Kings Day) to life through music, family, and cherished Mexican traditions. One of the highlights of the celebration is sharing Rosca de Reyes , a sweet crown-shaped bread adorned with colorful fruits that symbolize the jewels of the Magi. Inside each rosca lies a small figurine of baby Jesus — a surprise that reminds us of faith, family, and the joy of discovery. No celebration