Protest Songs: Bella Ciao

Protest Songs: Bella Ciao In the final episode of our Protest Songs mini-series, we discuss the history and ongoing significance of the Italian protest song ‘Bella Ciao’.Josephine Burton speaks to Professor Philip Cooke about the origins of the song and how its history has been gendered throughout time. Italian singer and songwriter, Virginia Sirolli, speaks of her personal connection to the song and its adaptations, and Composer Orlando Gough discusses how he used it in a recent production at The Globe and its powerful adaptability across multiple cultures and countries. Music CreditsIntro music: Fakiiritanssi by Marouf MajidiBella Ciao Acoustic, Virginia SirolliBella Ciao - Royalty Free Italian Music, Casa De Papel GemafBella Ciao, Grégoire Lourme/abr Título de Música: Bella Ciao (Epic Cover)Bella Ciao in Punjabi, written, performed and produced by Poojan Sahil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Dash Arts podcast takes on big issues through an artistic lens. Hear artists, filmmakers, musicians, theatre makers and more explore the challenges facing society today. In each episode Dash Arts' Artistic Director Josephine Burton hosts conversations delving into movements, legacies and ideas that continue to shape the cultural landscape worldwide.For more information, videos and podcasts, please head to www.dasharts.org.uk. Dash Arts is a National Portfolio Organisation funded by the Arts Council of England. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.