Lara Granada Imslp

Before Lara became a solo superstar, his songs were published in collections. Search for "Cancionero Mexicano" or "Música Hispana" on IMSLP. You may find Granada hiding inside a larger, forgotten volume published in Madrid or Mexico City in 1929.

In the Canción de Cuna, avoid modern sostenuto pedaling. Use half-pedal or flutter-pedal to mimic the drone of a guitar bourdon (open string). lara granada imslp

Granada’s notation is often primitive. She may write a dotted rhythm where a hemiola (3 against 2) is intended. Listen to authentic flamenco cante to understand where the downbeat actually lies. Before Lara became a solo superstar, his songs