Chan Chan
Chan Chan's performance on the street. Sancti Spíritus Province, Cuba 2011.
Giclée print on Canson Infinity Baryta Photographique II Matt 310 gsm paper
The print contains a white border of 5-10 cm.
A limited quantity of 20 per size. Numbered and hand-signed by the author
Framing method: Shadow box frame
Frame profile: black matte timber
Cover glass: Art glass with minimal reflection
Hanging: metal sawtooth corners up to 63 x 48, larger wooden French cleat
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The song was written in 1984 by Compay Segundo, who first "dreamt" the opening melody in his sleep and later wrote the lyrics. On the composition of the song, Compay Segundo said:
“I didn't compose Chan Chan, I dreamt it. I dream of music. I sometimes wake up with a melody in my head, I hear the instruments, all very clear. I look over the balcony and I see nobody, but I hear it as if it was played on the street. I don't know what it can be. One day I woke up hearing those four sensitive notes, I gave them a lyric inspired by a children's tale from my childhood, Juanica y Chan Chan, and you see, now it's sung everywhere.”
