Vera, Alejandro - The Sweet Penance of Music

A Sweet Penance of Music offers a comprehensive view of music and musicians in 18th century Santiago de Chile, drawing from historical documents and musical scores to bring to life music's significance in settings ranging from cathedrals to public celebrations.

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CONTENTS

Introduction
1. The Cathedral of Santiago
2. Convents and monsteries
3. The private sphere and the music trade
4. From birth to death: fiestas, spectacles, and public space in colonial Santiago
5. Musicians in colonial Santiago
Conclusions
Bibliography
Discography
Documents

Series	Currents in Latin American and Iberian Music