If the Ecuadorian-Andean folkloric music is similar to other such Andean
music (e.g., Peruvian and Bolivian), this is quite a valuable find, and the
music can often be attractive, coming from a rich tradition. It seems to
be a law that old tapes like this will be poorly labeled, if at all.
Best,
John Haley
On Fri, Oct 21, 2016 at 2:17 AM, Inigo Cubillo <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> A shorter and better working link below. The article is interesting, and
> certainly the uncovering of that musical treasure will set a landmark in
> Ecuadorian music history. I'm not particularly fond of Ecuadorian music,
> but if the entire master tapes of one pioneering Ecuadorian record label
> has been found, it deserves some attention.
>
> Mr. Rota, plans to digitalise and preserve that treasure for public access,
> surely could deserve some ARSC funding. I suggest ARSC board to approach
> Mr. Rota, and encourage him to document and rationalise his plans, applying
> for an ARSC grant!
>
> http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/18/arts/music/found-in-
> ecuador-a-time-capsule-for-the-ears.html
>
> Saludos,
> IƱigo
>
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