Composer

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Milchberg / Robles / Simon

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:12

"El Condor Pasa" is a traditional Andean folk song that was composed by Peruvian musicians Daniel Alomía Robles and Julio Baudouin in 1913. The song was later arranged by Jorge Milchberg and Paul Simon in 1970, and it became a worldwide hit after Simon & Garfunkel released their version of the song on their album "Bridge Over Troubled Water" in 1970. The song is named after the Andean condor, a large bird of prey that is native to the Andes mountains in South America. The condor is a symbol of freedom and strength in Andean culture, and the song reflects this symbolism in its lyrics and melody. "El Condor Pasa" is typically performed on traditional Andean instruments such as the charango (a small guitar-like instrument), the quena (a bamboo flute), and the zampona (a pan flute). The song has a slow, mournful melody that is characterized by its use of minor chords and haunting harmonies. The song is divided into three movements, each of which has a distinct character and mood. The first movement is a slow, mournful melody that sets the tone for the rest of the song. The second movement is more upbeat and features a lively rhythm that is meant to evoke the flight of the condor. The third movement returns to the slow, mournful melody of the first movement, bringing the song to a somber and reflective conclusion. "El Condor Pasa" has become one of the most famous and beloved songs in Andean music, and it has been covered by countless artists around the world. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the power of traditional music to transcend cultural boundaries and speak to the universal human experience.

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