Overview: Discussion of Chilean history from Spanish colonialism to modern times.

Discussion of Political Turmoil: Provides historical/ political/ economic context for the overthrow of socialist president Salvador Allende's democratic government by right-wing Chilean groups, US government forces, and multinational business interests.

Chronology of Modern Political Turmoil

Discussion of Political Turmoil: Closer analysis of tactics used by forces opposed to Allende's government.

 

 

 

 

History of Nueva Cancion/ Trova

Overview: Discusses the philosophy of Nueva Cancion. Note: the moral principles upheld by Nueva Cancion musicians had much in common with the views held by Salvador Allende and other Chilean socialists. Thus, the hostility directed toward Allende was also directed toward many Nueva Cancion musicians (see Victor Jara below).

Overview II: Focuses on the philosophy and evolution of Nueva Cancion.

Humanitarianism of Nueva Cancion: Discusses Nueva Trova (Cancion) musician Silvio Rodriguez and his-- and other Nueva Cancion musicians'-- commitment to humanitarian principles.

Personalized History of NC: Victor Jara: Describes the life of Chilean Nueva Cancion musician Victor Jara. Discussess the details of how Pinochet's men rounded up and executed Jara and other socialist/ humanitiarians.

Personalized History: Silvio Rodriguez: Discusses Silvio Rodriguez' development as a musician and social critic.