Música de Chiloé

The islands of Chiloé in southern Chile are rich in folklore and possess a vibrant local music culture, but recent developments, such as the introduction of salmon aquaculture, have disrupted traditional lifestyles. This study analyzes the impact of modernity in the region and describes a number of creative engagements.

Waldo Garrido is adjunct fellow at Macquarie University and lecturer in music performance at the University of Western Sydney. Dan Bendrups is lecturer in research education and development at La Trobe University. Philip Hayward is adjunct professor of communications at the University of Technology Sydney and adjunct professor of arts and social sciences at Southern Cross University.

Introduction Chapter 1: History and culture Chapter 2: Folklore, tourism and music Chapter 3: Contemporary music, cultural identity and social justice Chapter 4: Creative engagements with Chilote culture: Viaje a Chiloé and The Moviolas