The Guadalajara International Music Fair

Mon Laferte and Violeta Parra present ‘Recolectoras’, an exhibition where the visual arts dialogue with music
The Guadalajara International Music Fair (FIM GDL) presents an exhibition where the past and the present unite generations through artistic means
The Guadalajara International Music Fair (FIM GDL) celebrates its 10th edition with an unprecedented tribute to the iconic Violeta Parra. Through the exhibition Recolectoras, a unique event in the arts that seeks to highlight the artistic significance of one of the most influential figures in Latin American music and culture.

A press conference was held at the Guadalajara Museum of Arts (MUSA) where all the details about this exhibition were presented, which establishes a dialogue between the plastic work of Violeta Parra and the creations of Mon Laferte.

The presentation table, made up exclusively of women, highlighted the importance of the event as a bridge between the past and the present, uniting generations through art and music.
Dr. Margarita Hernández, coordinator of cultural outreach and diffusion at the University of Guadalajara, underlined the institution's commitment to artistic development: “With this exhibition, the University of Guadalajara reaffirms the intention to train new artists and promote the growth of cultural industries, as well as the greater commitment that has to do with the enjoyment of arts and expressions by the university community and the entire society.”

For her part, Beatriz Sánchez, Chilean ambassador to Mexico, highlighted the collective effort that made Recolectoras possible, pointing out that “it is a big piece of Chile, it is part of its heart, it is part of what we are.”
Along the same lines, Maribel Arteaga, director of MUSA, highlighted the relevance of the exhibition: “It is a project that not only highlights the rich cultural tradition of Chile, but also establishes a bridge between the past and the present of Latin American music and art. It is an innovative proposal that opens a deep dialogue about creativity, resilience and cultural legacy.”

Denise Elphik, executive director of the Violeta Parra Museum, emphasized the impact of the tribute on the cultural relationship between Mexico and Chile: “The fact that we are paying tribute to Violeta Parra in Mexico marks a before and after in the cultural relationships that we will continue to weave.”
Violeta Parra and Mon Laferte: “I am going to that rebellious place”

The conference also addressed the immense legacy of Violeta Parra. “Violeta traveled all over Chile, from north to south, and worked with women from the Chilean countryside. She collected, studied, wrote, made songs, understood, shared, she was very generous. The way of making culture should start there: in generosity, in affection, in respect,” said Elphik.

Mon Laferte, who will have a special participation in this tribute, expressed her admiration for the Chilean singer-songwriter: “Violeta is the greatest artist that Chile has ever produced and I hope to be up to the task of paying tribute to her in the best way possible.” She also shared how her connection with Parra has influenced her career: “When I have a creative block, I go and read Violeta Parra, I go to that rebellious place.”

With Recolectoras, the FIM GDL not only continues its commitment to music, but also expands its reach by integrating other artistic expressions. In addition, it is a tribute that strengthens the cultural ties between Mexico and Chile. Thus, the fair stands as a meeting point for innovation and interdisciplinary dialogue in Latin American art. The exhibition will remain open to the public until May 11, 2025.
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