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Calandria Pampa

Calandria Pampa is a Milonga written by Miguel Andrés Famá and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1946. The Milonga Calandria Pampa is written by Miguel Andrés Famá, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Calandria Pampa with the singer Alberto Echagüe.
“Calandria Pampa,” translated as “Pampa Mockingbird,” echoes the soul of the vast Argentine plains. The name sings of freedom, a bird’s journey across endless skies, capturing the essence of the open landscape in its wings. With every note, it weaves stories old and new, a musical homage to the spirit of the enduring wild.

Milonga

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Alberto Echagüe

Singer

Guillermo Alejandro Medina

Author

Miguel Andrés Famá

Composer

1946/12/6

Date

Alberto Echagüe
Alberto Echagüe
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Calandria Pampa

This is the translation of the Milonga “Calandria Pampa” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Calandria Pampa” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Calandria Pampa

Soy del pago de Areco
Tierra de Segundo Sombra,
La paisanada me nombra
Y en el fogón se oye el eco.

Soy canto de una raza
Canción de Santos Vega,
Como jirón que llega
Pialando baguales,
Soy potro redomón.

Hoy me han traído al poblao
Corcoveando a los tirones,
Dicen de mí, los varones
Que me saque el chiripá.

Sólo sé que soy criolla
Que me baila el extranjero,
Y que en mi estilo campero
Soy Pericón Nacional.

English lyrics of the Milonga "Calandria Pampa"

I am from the area of Areco,
Land of Second Shadow,
The locals name me,
And in the hearth echoes the sound.

I am the song of a race,
A tune of Santos Vega,
Like a strip that arrives
Roping wild horses,
I am an untamed colt.

Today I’ve been brought to town,
Bucking with jerks,
Men say about me
To take off my loincloth.

All I know is I’m Creole,
Danced by the foreigner,
And in my rural style,
I am the National Pericón.

Calandria Pampa by Guillermo Alejandro Medina

Calandria Pampa is a Tango written by Guillermo Alejandro Medina and composed by Miguel Andrés Famá.



Story behind the Tango Calandria Pampa

‘Calandria Pampa’ richly draws upon the folklore and essence of the Argentine Pampas, reflecting the life and spirit of its gauchos. The protagonist portrays a strong sense of identity and heritage linked to the land of Areco, renowned as the land of the fictional gaucho, “Segundo Sombra”. The lyrics express a deeply rooted connection to this environment, proudly recognizing the important cultural lineage passed down through figures like Santos Vega, a legendary payador (folk singer and poet).



Symbolism of Calandria Pampa

The calandria bird symbolizes the freedom and unbridled spirit of the Argentine plains, an element that resonates through the song. Mentioning “Corcoveando a los tirones,” mirrors the rough, wild nature of a untamed horse, further emphasizing the theme of raw, natural vigor and an unyielding zest for life. Each line in the song, adorned with references to local customs like “Pericón Nacional”, a traditional dance, serves to celebrate and preserve the rich cultural fabric of the Pampa region.



Calandria Pampa in historic Context

Recorded right after World War II, in 1946, ‘Calandria Pampa’ may also subtly reflect a broader sentiment of return to roots and cultural identity following a period of global upheaval. This tango, by embedding itself in the deep traditions of the Argentine countryside, offered an escape to familiarity and stability, resonating with individuals dealing with the uncertainties of the post-war era. The specific reference to places and figures known for their resilient, enduring nature, likely provided a comforting reminder of unchanging values in a changing world.



Guillermo Alejandro Medina

Guillermo Alejandro Medina was an influential Argentine writer and lyricist, known for his contributions to the tango genre.