Tue, Apr 08
|The Jamii Hub
Tuesday Discovering - Book Club
Join us for an intercultural reading experience where we explore the life and songs of Chilean singer-songwriter Violeta Parra through the lens of Andean wisdom.
Time & Location
Apr 08, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
The Jamii Hub, 264 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5A 4J6, Canada
About the Event
FREE | 16+
Join us for an intercultural reading experience where we explore the life and songs of one of Chile's most influential singer-songwriters, Violeta Parra, through the lens of Andean wisdom. In this free, thought-provoking session, we will explore how Parra’s music reflects the Andean principle of Suma Sarnakaña, which embodies the idea that you do not walk alone; you walk with the community, in nature, with your culture, your ancestors, and the spirits.
The guiding symbol for our session is the Chakana, a central figure in Andean cultures. This stepped cross represents the interconnectedness of upper world (Hanan Pacha), the earthly world (Kay Pacha), and the inner world (Uku Pacha). This workshop will give you insights into how Violeta Parra connects with these values and her commitment to social justice and the Andean worldview that celebrates interconnectedness.
Led by Paulina Muñoz, a Visiting Researcher at CERLAC, York University, and creator of…