Tag #Criollo Music

What is the significance of the silenced music of Lalo Molfino in relation to Peruvian national identity and social unity?

In Mario Vargas Llosa's novel, "Ik draag mijn stilte op aan jou," the death of a gifted guitarist, Lalo Molfino, silences his unique musical talent, leaving a void in Peruvian music. This loss profoundly impacts Toño Azpilcueta, a writer who seeks to immortalize Lalo's music and its significance to Peruvian national identity. The novel explores the connection between music and silence, highlighting the power of music to unite Peruvians across social classes.