Routledge - Music and Exile in Francoist Spain Book

Explore the deep connection between Spanish musical history and the era of political exile. While many view exile as a total break from one's homeland, this study reveals how Spanish Republican exiles maintained ties to the musical life of Francoist Spain between 1939 and 1975. This work examines how prominent figures like Adolfo Salazar and Roberto Gerhard navigated their lives outside of Spain. It looks beyond the traditional idea of discontinuity to show how these composers stayed connected through private correspondence and public performances of their music. The book also details how honorary appointments and invitations from Francoist institutions allowed for a continued relationship with their home country. Whether through physical returns to Spanish soil or professional recognition, the musical influence of these exiled figures remained present. This book provides a detailed look at the cultural impact of the 1939 exile on music, offering a perspective that extends beyond literature and academia to the very heart of classical music history.