Una praxis del recuerdo a la obra y la figura de Santos Cifuentes Rodríguez (1870-1932)

Abstract

This research proposes the construction of a "Praxis of Remembrance" dedicated to the figure and the work for voice and piano of the Colombian composer Santos Cifuentes Rodriguez (1870 - 1932). This Praxis is understood as an exercise of memory in the face of the omnipresent nature of oblivion, both regarding the composer and his musical creations, since these, for various reasons, have not entered the annals of music history in the country. The Praxis of Remembrance analyzes the possible reasons for the neglect of Santos Cifuentes, through a conjectural reflection on the formation of our nation-state and the civilizing project implemented by our elites. The Praxis also includes an analysis of the work "La Balada del Zipa," as well as a new cataloging and the recovery of his works for voice and piano in an improved edition. The Praxis of Remembrance is completed with an artistic exhibition where some pieces presented in the catalog are staged, incorporating elements of the research.