Santa María de Iquique – Cantata Popular cover

Santa María de Iquique – Cantata Popular

Quilapayún · 1970

37 min · 18 tracks · nueva canción chilena · nueva canción

A powerful blend of folk instrumentation and poignant storytelling, reflecting the struggles and hopes of Chilean workers.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • structured narrative with interludes
  • poignant storytelling through music
  • wave-like pacing with dynamics
  • engaging reflections on social struggles

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'Santa María de Iquique' marked a significant moment for Quilapayún as they solidified their role in the nueva canción movement. This album came shortly after their formation in 1965, positioning them as key figures in promoting social justice through music during a politically charged era in Chile.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Pregón 2:11
  • 2 Preludio instrumental 5:44
  • 3 Relato I 2:10
  • 4 Canción I 2:20
  • 5 Interludio instrumental I 1:33
  • 6 Relato II 1:20
  • 7 Canción II 2:07
  • 8 Interludio instrumental II 1:44
  • 9 Relato III 1:37
  • 10 Interludio cantado 2:03
  • 11 Relato IV 1:00
  • 12 Canción III 1:43
  • 13 Interludio instrumental III 1:55
  • 14 Relato V 2:14
  • 15 Canción Letanía 1:33
  • 16 Canción IV 2:55
  • 17 Canción Pregón 0:31
  • 18 Canción final 2:49

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