Para vivir is a Colombian art song by soprano, musicologist, and composer Patricia Caicedo, written in the traditional pasillo rhythm — a lyrical and dance-inspired genre deeply rooted in Colombian musical heritage. The song sets a poem by Argentine writer Raúl Gustavo Aguirre, weaving together Latin American poetry and music in a way that is both intimate and universal.
This piece is included in Latin American Art Songs by Women Composers, Vol. 2, a unique anthology dedicated to showcasing the work of female composers from across Latin America. The book provides singers with all the tools needed for an informed and expressive performance, including the complete poem in Spanish, an English translation, and a detailed IPA transcription for accurate pronunciation.
Perfect for recitals, academic study, or expanding your repertoire, Para vivir is an ideal choice for those seeking songs by women composers, Colombian art songs, or Latin American art song repertoire.
Para vivir is a Colombian art song by soprano, musicologist, and composer Patricia Caicedo, written in the traditional pasillo rhythm — a lyrical and dance-inspired genre deeply rooted in Colombian musical heritage. The song sets a poem by Argentine writer Raúl Gustavo Aguirre, weaving together Latin American poetry and music in a way that is both intimate and universal.
This piece is included in Latin American Art Songs by Women Composers, Vol. 2, a unique anthology dedicated to showcasing the work of female composers from across Latin America. The book provides singers with all the tools needed for an informed and expressive performance, including the complete poem in Spanish, an English translation, and a detailed IPA transcription for accurate pronunciation.
Perfect for recitals, academic study, or expanding your repertoire, Para vivir is an ideal choice for those seeking songs by women composers, Colombian art songs, or Latin American art song repertoire.
Discover how beautiful this song is — it could be yours to perform. Listen to the wonderful performance of Para vivir by soprano Estelí Gómez and Toni Padilla.
