No. 16 (1992)
Articles

The Sanjuanito or San Juan in Otavalo: case analysis

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  • Peter Banning
Peter Banning
Universidad de Amsterdam. Amsterdam. Holanda

Published 2021-05-07

Keywords

  • sanjuanito,
  • Otavalo,
  • Chimbaloma,
  • Ethnomusicology

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Banning, P. (2021). The Sanjuanito or San Juan in Otavalo: case analysis. Revista Sarance, 16, 133-150. https://doi.org/10.51306/

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Abstract

This study analyzes the sanjuanito “Chimbaloma” in Otavalo, highlighting its variations in length, lyrics, and social function. “Chimbaloma,” whose title translates as “Mountain on the other side,” is a frequently performed piece of music in the region. The lyrics, which alternate between Quichua and Spanish, describe the context of amorous encounters and promises between young people. Version I of “Chimbaloma” differs significantly from versions II and III in terms of length, being much longer (8 minutes and 20 seconds versus 3 minutes) due to its function in dance. The extended length allows for continued adaptation for dance, while in versions II and III, the focus is on listening rather than movement. Variations in lyrics and the presence of additional voices are also explored, revealing significant differences in the execution and structure of the melody.

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