Composer

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Atahualpa Yupanqui

Genre

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Chamber

'Piedra y camino, zamba' is a popular Argentine folk song composed by Atahualpa Yupanqui. The song was composed in 1944 and premiered in the same year. It is a zamba, a traditional Argentine dance that originated in the northwest region of the country. The song has a slow and melancholic tempo, with a simple and repetitive melody that is easy to sing along to. It is characterized by its use of the guitar, which is the main instrument used in the song. The lyrics of the song are about a man who is traveling through the countryside, reflecting on his life and the hardships he has faced. He sings about the stones and the road that he has traveled, and how they have shaped him into the person he is today. The song is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct melody and lyrics. The first movement is about the stones and the road, and how they have been a constant presence in the singer's life. The second movement is about the singer's love for a woman, and how he wishes he could be with her. The third movement is about the singer's acceptance of his fate, and how he will continue to travel the road, no matter what obstacles he may face. 'Piedra y camino, zamba' is a classic example of Argentine folk music, and has been covered by many artists over the years. It is a song that speaks to the struggles and hardships of everyday life, and the resilience of the human spirit. Its simple melody and heartfelt lyrics have made it a beloved song in Argentina and beyond.

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