Paco Díez

Paco Díez is a Spanish folk musician and cultural researcher dedicated to keeping the rich tapestry of Iberian musical traditions alive. With a career spanning decades, he’s become a guardian of ancient ballads, romances, and regional folk styles, blending haunting vocals with instruments like the guitar, hurdy-gurdy, and tambourine. His work often delves into medieval, Renaissance, and Sephardic Jewish roots, breathing new life into stories of knights, lovers, and historic landscapes. Albums like *Romances de Caballeros y Doncellas* and *Aguaclara. Música Tradicional Ibérica* showcase his passion for preserving these sounds while making them accessible to modern ears.

A charismatic performer and educator, Paco has toured globally with his ensemble La Bazanca, merging scholarly rigor with earthy, lively arrangements. Whether reviving forgotten melodies or reimagining traditional tunes, his music feels like a heartfelt conversation with the past. Recent releases like *Castillos En El Mar / Kastell Ar Vor* highlight his knack for bridging cultures, proving that these age-old songs still resonate deeply today. For anyone craving a sonic journey through Spain’s musical soul, Paco Díez is your guide.

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