Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, has inspired music in Latin America culture throughout history. Often confused with Halloween in America, the Day of the Dead is about honoring and paying tribute to ancestors. On this episode of Fiesta, we will delve into music that celebrates the many facets of this holiday.
Dia de los Muertos – Day of the Dead
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Playlist
Tina en el rio, Danza de los Muertos, El viaje, La frontera and Danza Final, from the ballet Día de los Muertos, by Eugenio Toussaint
Camerata de las Américas; Jesus Medina, conductor
Ofrendas – Offerings (Música para el Día de los Muertos), by Elbio Barilari
Chicago Sinfonietta; Andrés Franco, conductor