Canto libre
Víctor Jara · 1970
39 min · 11 tracks · traditional folk music · protest song · nueva canción chilena
A passionate blend of folk melodies and socially charged lyrics that embody the spirit of Chilean resistance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- long, immersive listening sessions
- contemplative reflective moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released as Víctor Jara's third album, 'Canto libre' came at a pivotal moment in his career when he was solidifying his role as a leading voice of nueva canción chilena. Following his breakthrough with 'La población' in 1969, this album further established Jara's commitment to social justice through music during a politically turbulent time in Chile.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ángel Parra· Isabel Parra· Hannes Wader
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Inga 2:28
- 2 Canción del árbol del olvido 2:55
- 3 La pala 3:29
- 4 Lamento borincano 4:09
- 5 Ventolera 3:10
- 6 El tinku 3:26
- 7 Angelita Huenumán 4:03
- 8 Corrido de Pancho Villa 3:43
- 9 Caminando, caminando 2:42
- 10 ¿Quién mató a Carmencita? 4:50
- 11 Canto libre 4:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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