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To Sing and Recount (Canta e Cunta) - Amanda Pascali & the Grass Hoppers live in Palermo

Amanda Pascali joins forces with The Grasshoppers, a Sicilian bluegrass/country band, to present her English translation of "Canta e Cunta" by Rosa Balistreri and Ignazio Buttitta. Combining the heartfelt storytelling of American music—think Loretta Lynn’s Coal Miner’s Daughter or Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors—with the rich tradition of Sicilian and Southern Italian folk, this collaboration bridges cultures to emphasize a universal truth: the importance of recounting one’s story and taking pride in one’s roots transcends borders. This performance is part of Amanda's Fulbright project, To Sing and Recount, which aims to translate and revitalize Southern Italian folk songs to highlight their ongoing relevance to social issues worldwide. These timeless songs, which address themes of inequality, immigration, identity, and resilience, have never been translated into English before. By preserving their melodies and meanings, Amanda sheds light on the endangered Sicilian language, a cultural treasure UNESCO has labeled "vulnerable." Amanda Pascali has brought her award-winning song translations to audiences across the globe, from the EU Parliament in Brussels to the Italian Embassy in Washington D.C. Her work has earned accolades such as the Lions Club International Award for creativity and social justice and the Donna Per Donna songwriting award in Trieste. She has given masterclasses on translation in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy in Italy and in 2024, pioneered the opening of the first "American Space" (a cultural and educational hub) in Palermo, Sicily. 📍 If you want to discover more about Rizzia Studio, visit their channel:    / @rizziastudiopalermo   Amanda Pascali - vocals/guitar/translation Addison Freeman - violin Silvia Salomone - vocals/banjo/tamburello Gabriele Bazza - guitar Martino Giordano - mandolin #AmandaPascali #CantaeCunta #SouthernItalianFolk #ImmigrantAmericanFolk #RizziaStudio Recorded by Melo Ripeti in Palermo, Sicily