Joaquín Díaz

Joaquín Díaz is a Spanish musician and folklorist who’s spent decades keeping traditional Spanish music alive with the energy of a storyteller around a campfire. Born in Zamora in 1947, he’s become a cornerstone of Iberian folk revival, blending his talents as a performer, researcher, and educator. His discography reads like a love letter to Spain’s musical roots—think haunting romances, medieval ballads, and regional tunes passed down through generations. Albums like *Trovadores y Juglares* and *Cancionero de Romances* showcase his knack for breathing new life into ancient songs, while releases like *Vol. 5 - Volviendo a Casa* and *Mi Primer Concierto* highlight his journey from fresh-faced ’60s troubadour to revered archivist of sound.

Beyond recording, Díaz founded the Fundación Joaquín Díaz to preserve Spain’s intangible cultural heritage, proving he’s as much a historian as a musician. His work even traces Spanish musical threads across borders, like in *Canciones Españolas en el Sudoeste de Estados Unidos*. Whether he’s unearthing forgotten recordings or strumming a lute, Joaquín Díaz is basically the guardian angel of traditional Spanish music—and we’re all invited to the revival.

Genres

Traditional Music

Singer-songwriter

Medieval

Latest Release

Vol. 5 - Volviendo a Casa

Joaquín Díaz

Album - 16 Tracks - Released May 28, 2021