We went over to Viejo San Juan a few days ago and in our walking around, came upon this choir singing in the Puerto Rican Cultural Center. During the extended holiday season, one hears music coming from doorways, rooftops, balconies and restaurants. On the terrace across from where we stayed in Viejo San Juan, an extended family was enjoying a happy and boisterious parranda.
Tomorrow, January 9th (after the last of the Kings days) begins Octavas and this continues for eight days. Originally these were more religious in nature and were used to glorify the Reyes and the Christ child. Octavitas began right after the Octavas and were eight more days of continued adoration. These were a prelude to la Cuaresma (lent).
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