Point South Mexico - Real Estate and Lifestyle Magazine

Why are twenty-four world class musicians packing their violins, flutes, and cellos, and trekking south to Ajijic Mexico to perform in the Northern Lights Music Festival? It's not to get rich, because they do it for little reward. And it's not simply for the climate (although leaving Canada in February is not looked upon as a hardship!). No, it is because of the joy of performing for warm and appreciative audiences, who for five years now, have devotedly attended dozens of concerts - some very moving, some thrilling, some just plain astonishing. These musicians, even those in their "freshman" year in the Festival, all feel as if they are coming home. They are billeted by generous hosts, have most rehearsals in private homes, and enjoy the camaraderie of shared meals. No wonder they perform with such commitment and enthusiasm! Indeed, the Northern Lights Music Festival, a winner of Lakeside's "International Event of the Year", is truly not to be missed.