Musicians in São Paulo honour Chilean artist Victor Jara
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In São Paulo, Brazil, artists and activists will hold the ninth edition of “Mil Guitarras para Victor Jara” on Saturday, September 19th, at the Espaço Cultural Elza Soares.
The event will feature artistic performances including music, dance, poetry, visual arts, a book fair, crafts, and food. Katia Teixeira, coordinator of the Dércio Marques Arts and Knowledge Movement, and Chilean singer-songwriter Cecilia Concha joined sociologist Francisco Prandi in discussing the importance of remembering Jara’s legacy.
Victor Jara was a Chilean artist who worked with music, theatre, and dance, and became a symbol of resistance against the military dictatorship that took power in Chile 53 years ago. Prandi explained that Jara believed his work simply reflected life, rather than protest, and highlighted Jara’s rural origins and focus on the lives of working people.
Jara, a member of the Chilean Communist Party, was brutally murdered a few days after the coup led by General Augusto Pinochet and supported by the United States. Prandi believes that Jara’s example is particularly relevant in Brazil today, as the country faces rising authoritarianism. He stated that keeping Jara’s memory alive is a duty, especially in times of fascism and authoritarianism.
Teixeira added that the event aims to honour Jara’s memory and the legacy of other artists who paved the way for future generations, expanding to include areas such as agroecology and visual arts. The event will run from 12pm to 8pm. Rádio Brasil de Fato will also broadcast discussions about Jara as part of its “Conexão BdF” program throughout September and October.
