A unique heritage
Helena Mora, daughter and successor of the mark left by the renowned soprano Victòria dels Àngels, is at the head of the foundation that bears the artist’s name. This responsibility brings him great joy and at the same time a challenge of remarkable dimensions.
A deep bond
The relationship between Helena Mora and Victòria dels Ángels transcended family ties, becoming a friendship that occupied a fundamental place in Mora’s life. This intimate relationship was reflected in the fact that the soprano deposited her entire artistic legacy in Mora, making her the custodian of a legacy of great emotional and cultural value.
The relationship went beyond the personal sphere, as Victoria of the Angels also intervened in Mora’s love life, acting as Celestine with her current husband.
A cultural testament
Victòria de los Ángeles’ decision to entrust Mora with her artistic legacy led to the creation of the Victòria de los Ángeles Foundation, a project that has sought to preserve and spread the cultural and human imprint of the renowned soprano.
Mora and her husband conducted more than two hundred interviews to gather opinions and lay out the foundations of the foundation, which was created in 2005, the year Victòria dels Àngels passed away. This process meant a significant challenge, but also an opportunity to bring the soprano’s artistic vision to new generations.
Challenge and recognition
While Mora has addressed the preservation of Victoria of the Angels’ mark, the question has arisen as to whether defending a woman’s legacy involves additional challenges. According to Mora, the undisputed nature of the soprano’s legacy has minimized the difficulties associated with this responsibility, but has also highlighted the esteem and respect that Victoria of the Angels inspired in many.
Although he recognizes some male figures as possible complications in the life of Victoria of the Angels, Mora focuses the discussion on the indisputable value of the artist and his untouchable reputation, regardless of the adversities he could have faced.
Challenging stereotypes
Mora has also shared experiences confronting condescending attitudes in the management of the Foundation, highlighting the importance of direct communication and mutual respect. Likewise, he has highlighted the way in which Victoria of the Angels established respectful relationships with other women in classical music, demonstrating that fame should not interfere with human relationships.
Through its foundation, Mora has also sought to provide comprehensive support to new artistic talents, especially focusing on the promotion of women in the world of music, with the aim of fostering the continuity of the imprint of women as Victory of the Angels.
Future perspective
On the occasion of the centenary of the birth of Victòria dels Àngels, Mora underlines the importance of placing the artist in a plan of proximity with the public, at the same time highlighting the need for continued support to guarantee the sustainability of cultural initiatives of the foundation
In addition to demanding more stable funding for the foundation’s activities, Mora calls for a legal patronage framework that can provide a more solid basis for the continued development of artistic and cultural initiatives. It also highlights the importance of constant support from the authorities to consolidate the foundation’s mission and contribute to the country’s artistic heritage.
