Ana Gaipo

Biography

Title

“O espaço acústico da Folia do Espírito Santo: entre a continuidade e a re-significação das suas práticas”

Advisor

Maria do Rosário Pestana

Abstract

This research aims to study the multiple dynamics that, in the 21st century, reshape the Folia do Espírito Santo on the island of S. Miguel, in the Azores archipelago. Its main objective is to understand and reflect on the processes and worldviews behind the continuity, revitalization and migration of musical practices traditionally linked to the cult of the Holy Spirit.

Keywords: Festa do Espírito Santo; Folia; Revitalization; Gender