Cultural and musical memory as an essential part of national identity
The national memory of a people is not only formed by the great names and events of politics, science, high culture, the economy and sport, but also by the common places and shared references that, with the passing of the years, have become part of one’s identity. This cultural and musical memory is crucial for the preservation of national identity and the transmission of values and traditions.
The songbook as an integral part of the collective memory
Among the most popular sociocultural references are the songs that, over time, have become part of the collective memory. These songs, learned from childhood and sung from generation to generation, play a fundamental role in preserving the culture and identity of a people.
Cândida Pérez Martínez: a key figure in Catalan popular music
Càndida Pérez Martínez, born in Olot in 1893 and died in 1989, is a prominent figure in Catalan popular music. Despite her relative anonymity, she was the author of musical pieces that have endured over time and have been an integral part of Catalan culture.
The legacy of Cândida Pérez Martínez
Cândida Pérez contributed significantly to the Catalan couplet, a genre that had a great impact a century ago. Many of his compositions connected with the public and were performed by renowned artists of the time, both in Catalan and Spanish. In addition, as a composer, she created musical pieces that have become part of Catalan popular culture, such as the Ball de Rams and other compositions that remain popular to this day.
The recognition of his work
Despite the relative lack of recognition during her lifetime, Cândida Pérez Martínez’s legacy lives on through her compositions, which continue to generate the same reactions and emotions as they did a century ago. His contribution to Catalan popular music is undeniable and his memory is preserved through various initiatives and tributes, such as the creation of a monolith in Olot and the publication of an album in his honor.
conclusion
The importance of the cultural and musical memory of figures like Càndida Pérez Martínez lies in their contribution to the preservation of the identity and culture of a people. His compositions remain an essential part of Catalan popular culture and continue to generate the same emotions and reactions as in the past, demonstrating their enduring influence on the collective memory.
