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Fredy
Salazar-Quispe: "I
was born on March 18, 1969 in the central part of the Andes,
called Junin, a small village of valleys and pampas (plateaus),
where the climate is very cold. I am from Mestizo parents;
my father David Salazar, natural of the Andes (Yauyos)
and my mother Visitacion Quispe, natural of the Andes (Tarma).
The first years of my life I spent in the Andes, then my
parents took me to the capital; my musical experiences
began at the age of 13, and I finished my studies there.
During that time, I met and played music with many talented
musicians. I had the opportunity to travel to different
parts of my country. I owe my interest in music to my father,
as he was a musician who played the saxophone, which was
the first instrument I was exposed to as a child. That
was enough to ignite a passion for music in me. I participated
in many musical events at schools, colleges and universities.
I also learned the traditional dances of Peru. I spent
many years learning and admiring the culture of my ancestors,
the Incas. Because of the political upheaval in my country,
I decided to persue and develop my music somewhere else...destiny
brought me here to the United States. My instruments of
choice, the ones I carry in my soul, are the wind instruments "Zamponas" and "Quenas".
I also play Guitar, Charango and various percussion. I
will continue to play, and thereby preserve the music of
my ancestors." |
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David
Salazar-Quispe: "I
was born on March 31, 1967, in the mountains of Junin,
Peru in the Andes. This is where I finished my studies.
I received from my parents and relatives, the cultural
and ancestral musical identity that is so much a part of
my life. My instruments of choice are percussion of many
varieties, and the drum set. I also enjoy the sweet sounds
and beautiful melodies of the Zamponas and Quenas, along
with the rhythms of the Bombo (drum). Together, these are
the sounds of music from my homeland in the Andes, which
makes us proud and fills us with satisfaction. I have participated
in different musical groups, spreading traditional music
of the three regions of my country; the coast, mountains
and jungle. I have three children. Two sons, 10 and 3,
and a daughter who is 7. My children enjoy music and they
are performing at school on the instruments from our country.
I will continue to support their passion for music, as
my parents did for me. I came to California in 1998, and
as a professional, I am in the best moments of my life.
We take pride in doing all the technical and musical details
ourselves, ensuring a successful performance every time.
I am grateful to my family, who supports my musical career,
and I see them each year when I return to Peru. I offer
thanks to God for giving me this musical talent. With all
my heart, David." |
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Juan
Salazar-Quispe: "I
was born on June 11, 1976, in Lima, Peru. This is where
I finished all my studies. I've enjoyed music since my
early childhood; my grandparents were musicians and my
father was too. I loved to listen to him play the saxophone
at home. My sister Elvira and my brother Moises perform
traditional dances from Peru. I realized I was growing
up in a family of artists, and I was aquiring a great passion
for the music. At 12 years old, I learned how to play the
Zampona and after that, the Quena. I became anxious to
create more music, which drove me to learn the string instruments;
Mandolin, Guitar, Violin, Bass and the Charango. Later,
I studied music at The Museum of The Arts in Peru, aquiring
more consciousness about the musical culture of my country,
and it's value. It is our responsibility to preserve the
many traditional melodies and rhythms of our culture, that
would otherwise be lost. I have played in many Andes music
groups, and participated in music events at schools, colleges,
universities and theatres. At 21 years old, I left Peru
to join my brothers in spreading the sounds of music of
my culture to the world. The music we create comes from
our heart and soul, and we hope to offer a moment of peace
and tranquility to all who listen. Sincerely, Juan." |
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Moises
Salazar-Quispe: "I
was born on November 26, 1964 in Junin, Peru. I was educated
in Lima. I began playing instruments at the age of 12.
My father, who was also a musician, taught me how to play
the clarinet. My grandfather was a musician as well. At
the age of 17, I began learning how to dance traditional
dances of Peru; in this way, participating in many festivities.
My love for the music and dance of Peru, and for my ancestors,
the Incas, has given me the ability to share this art,
that is so beautiful and rich in culture.
Since
first coming to the U.S.A., I have worked with different groups
who only think of making money. In this way, these groups have
destroyed the authenticity of our music by using many non-traditional
instruments. Tiring of this musical monopoly, my brother Fredy
and I decided to bring back to life, the group "Huayllipacha",
having it's roots in Peru. This way, we can bring the message
of Pacha Mama (Mother Earth) to ensure the preservation of
this beautiful art. It is only to see the past destroyed, that
we can create a consciousness for the present, that strives
for union and peace among all of our brothers and sisters,
in order to realize a better future".
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