A tribute to the figure of the poet
This Thursday, Barcelona celebrated the centenary of the death of the poet Joan Salvat-Papasseit with an emotional event at the Palau Requesens. The ceremony, which is part of the Salvat-Papasseit Year, has had the participation of prominent personalities from the cultural and literary field.
A recital concert in honor of the poet
The central event of the tribute was a recital concert starring the renowned poet Enric Casasses and the talented musician Pascal Comelade. Both artists have paid tribute to Salvat-Papasseit’s work and legacy through their interpretations of him.
El Año Salvat-Papasseit
The Salvat-Papasseit Year is an initiative that seeks to restore the poet as a reference in Catalan literature. During this commemorative year, more than 130 activities have been carried out, with the intention of reaching 200, to disseminate and promote the work of Salvat-Papasseit.
The importance of Salvat-Papasseit
Joan Salvat-Papasseit is considered a leading figure in Catalan literature. His work is characterized by his creative enthusiasm and his commitment to social transformation through culture. His poetic legacy has left an indelible mark on Catalan literature and society in general.
A poet loved and sung
Natàlia Garriga, Minister of Culture, has highlighted the importance of Salvat-Papasseit as a figure loved and sung by many. His work represents the power of creation and verse, as well as the capacity of culture to transform society. Garriga has highlighted the relevance of celebrating this event at the Palau Requesens, a place that symbolizes the future of the House of Letters in Barcelona.
A brave and sincere poet
Ferran Aisa, curator of the Salvat-Papasseit Year, has highlighted Salvat-Papasseit’s courage and sincerity as a poet. He has described him as a haughty, heroic and authentic man, who fought against the obstacles of his time. Aisa has highlighted the relevance of the poet’s words and thoughts in the current context, where uniformity and authoritarianism are still present.
A legacy that transcends
Salvat-Papasseit’s work has transcended the literary field and has influenced other artistic disciplines. During the commemorative event, the poet’s relationship with artists of his time, such as the painters Joaquim Torres-García and Rafael Barradas, was highlighted. Furthermore, the influence of Salvat-Papasseit on the Nova Cançó movement has been highlighted, which promoted the dissemination of Catalan during the Franco dictatorship.
New editions of his poetry
Within the framework of the commemorative year, two new editions of Salvat-Papasseit’s complete poetry have been published. These editions, by Edicions 62 and Lo Diable Gran, allow us to approach the poet’s work in an updated and accessible way. In addition, the Library of Catalonia has digitized and made open access the documentation related to Salvat-Papasseit.
A tribute to an essential poet
The commemorative event for the centenary of the death of Joan Salvat-Papasseit has been a well-deserved tribute to an essential poet in Catalan literature. His poetic legacy and commitment to social transformation through culture remain relevant today. Barcelona and the world of literature pay tribute to him and keep his memory alive.
