In a ceremony held at the Claudio Arrau León Museum, the Municipality of Chillán and the Adventist University of Chile signed a collaboration agreement that will strengthen the links between higher education and the promotion of local cultural heritage. This agreement, which covers three basic axes: music, heritage and bibliography, aims to strengthen regional and national level. dissemination and study of the legacy of the teacher and winner of the National Art Award Claudio Arrau León.
The signing of the agreement is part of a joint effort to promote the research and preservation of the music archive of one of the most important pianists in history, Claudio Arrau. The mayor of Chillán, Camilo Benavente, highlighted the importance of this collaboration. “This connection and this agreement allows us to have an administrative body to continue to move forward in a city that today has an outstanding infrastructure and a large number of people young people developing in the cultural field. We are extremely grateful for the university’s contribution to the academic work,” said the head of the community.
For his part, the rector of the Adventist University of Chile, Antonio Parra Cifuente, highlighted the effect of this collaboration in the field of music education. “We are very happy that we can work together with the town and the museum. This project is not only focused on music, but also on preserving valuable heritage, with the participation of our professionals in the research and development of music education in the area,” said the university authority.
The director of the Claudio Arrau León Museum, Eduardo Peña, pointed out the relevance of the Arrau music archive, which contains almost 6,000 scores from around 800 composers. “This agreement that will allow for further research and dissemination of these heritage collections. Collaboration with the university is essential so that we can bring the master’s valuable legacy to the public,” said the director, who highlighted the importance of documenting and cataloging unpublished and rare works. known the piano.
The agreement also includes collaboration with students and academics in the development of educational programs, research and activities that promote access to music knowledge and culture, thus strengthening the cultural identity of the region.
In the ceremony there was a musical performance by the Ñuble Chamber Ensemble of that regional university composed of the teacher Pablo Ramírez, on the floor; and student Vicente Pérez, on piano.
**In what specific ways will the Claudio Arrau archive be utilized for educational purposes by the Adventist University of Chile, and how will these initiatives benefit students and scholars?**
## Preserving a Legacy: Interview on the Claudio Arrau Collaboration
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we delve into the exciting collaboration between the Municipality of Chillán and the Adventist University of Chile, aimed at preserving and promoting the rich cultural heritage of world-renowned pianist Claudio Arrau. We are joined by two esteemed guests:
* **Mayor Camilo Benavente** of Chillán.
* **Rector Antonio Parra Cifuente** of the Adventist University of Chile.
Thank you both for joining us.
**Section 1: The Vision Behind the Collaboration**
* Mayor Benavente, what inspired this collaboration, and what specific goals do you hope to achieve through this partnership?
* Rector Parra Cifuente, how does this agreement align with the Adventist University’s vision for music education and cultural preservation?
**Section 2: The Significance of Claudio Arrau’s Legacy**
* Director Eduardo Peña, highlighted the immense value of the Claudio Arrau music archive. Could you elaborate on its significance, both nationally and internationally?
* Mayor Benavente, how does honoring Claudio Arrau contribute to Chillán’s cultural identity and its position on the global stage?
**Section 3: Collaboration in Action: Educational and Research Opportunities**
* Rector Parra Cifuente, what specific educational programs and research initiatives will emerge from this collaboration?
* How will students and academics from the Adventist University contribute to the preservation and study of Arrau’s legacy?
**Section 4: Impact and Future Prospects**
* Mayor Benavente, what impact do you envision this collaboration having on the local community and the wider music world?
* Rector Parra Cifuente, what are the long-term goals of this partnership? Do you see this collaboration expanding in the future?
**Closing Remarks:**
Thank you both for sharing your insights and perspectives on this truly remarkable initiative. The collaboration between the Municipality of Chillán and the Adventist University of Chile represents a significant step towards ensuring that the legacy of Claudio Arrau continues to inspire and enrich generations to come.
We hope this interview has shed light on the importance of preserving cultural heritage and the power of collaborative efforts in achieving this goal.
