This year the captaincy of Moors and Christians falls on the Christian filà Faciners, A young formation with three years of experience and where most members are from the Almoradins row. This year the captaincy share María José Fernández y José Manuel García Barragan, with whom we have spoken on the eve of the start of the party.
José María says that "I've never belonged to any filà, knew the party because I have friends who are in other formations, but this year I fully entered them". José Manuel has always been within the party but admits that "I have never participated in full. I've always helped Filaes and I have covered some low when it has been necessary" For two years it belongs to the filá Faciners and they did not think twice when he was offered the position, as tells us, "my wife was chosen as captain and decided to enter both, as newlyweds couple big as captains".
The splendid captain states that "We are now calmer, has passed wedding and everything is back to normal" For her part, María José indicates that, "everything is taking shape and I can announce that the pageant pageantry Gala will be amazing".
The two coincide when assessing the acts they like they are, "gala parade pageantry Sunday is which reflects the efforts made throughout the year", Underlined Mª Jose. Her husband points out that, "the landing is another of the great attractions of the festival, the La Grava beach It is a big stage. But for me also the gala parade is best".
Regarding the acts of the bell, it is clear that it may annoy some but it is something that is part of the party and they think that, “in Valencia gunpowder is closely related to the party, it is inconceivable that no shot Moros y Cristianos". Like all self-respecting festero are clear that music is fundamental, and commented that "blackberries and Christian marches are parties, without them there would be logical representation we do. Parading without music is unthinkable, it is like dancing without music. The bands are vital at this event and that is why everyone pays attention to the musicians".
When making comparisons with other parties that are in the municipality, Jose Maria points out that, "Moors and Christians is more familiar, more brotherhood and are quieter holidays without fuss such as those of Fogueres. We enjoyed the history". José Manuel finds several similarities and says that "both were there parades, music and costumes Fogueres that are beautiful and look Moors parade costumes are getting better year gala".
They recognize that the bearers did not know and admit that it has cost very little to have a good relationship with them. Carmen, is very friendly and are delighted Sea has since learned quickly coupled to the party. President Juanvi Alvarez, has only praise for him, "is a childhood friend, has worked with my husband, and our neighbor, is doing a great job, we can not say anything but good things the president of the Junta de Moros"Says Maria José.
The capitantes is satisfied with the festive program this year is scheduled and agree in saying that "We would not change anything because it has already changed since it adds one more day of iesta and we take the party back to the Paseo del Arenal".
The two captains make this appeal to residents and visitors, "we want these holidays, the harbor is filled with people who come to see the landing, the reconquest and participate in our party that is wonderful".
They have accepted the challenge of being captains and warn everyone that "we have made a Boato is to see it, we have taken the utmost care and we are sure it will be a great show. We thank everyone who has helped us and has collaborated with raffles and lotteries. Surely the pageantry not leave anyone indifferent, word captains".
