Delfina Zabaleta

Delfina Zabaleta is an Argentine pianist, composer, and project co-developer for Roots Revival. Her work spans performance, composition, and project development, making her a key contributor to Roots Revival's organizational and artistic mission.

Musical and Organizational Role

Zabaleta's dual role as performer and project developer brings unique depth to Roots Revival:

• Piano Mastery: Exceptional command of the piano
• Compositional Voice: Creating works that address contemporary issues
• Project Development: Co-developing Roots Revival projects alongside Ioana Aminian
• Cross-Cultural Engagement: Engaging with musicians from diverse backgrounds

Pain, Peace, Patience Collection

Zabaleta's contribution to this collection came during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her piece "Standing still" reflects on themes of stillness, waiting, and the experience of uncertainty during challenging times. She also served as co-developer of this collection project.

Key Composition

Zabaleta's notable contribution includes:

• "Standing still" - A piano composition for the "Pain, Peace, Patience" collection, reflecting on themes of stillness and waiting during challenging times

Project Development

As co-developer of Roots Revival projects, Zabaleta has contributed to:

• "Pain, Peace, Patience" Collection: Co-developing this project that brought together 15 musicians from around the world
• Organizational Support: Helping structure and develop Roots Revival's artistic initiatives
• Cross-Cultural Coordination: Facilitating collaborations between musicians from diverse backgrounds

Cultural Significance

Zabaleta's work addresses important aspects of contemporary human experience, including displacement, uncertainty, and the search for meaning. Her participation in Roots Revival contributes to the broader mission of creating meaningful artistic expressions that address universal themes while honoring diverse cultural traditions.

Musical Style

Zabaleta's playing and compositions are characterized by:

• Technical Excellence: Mastery of the piano
• Emotional Authenticity: Deep connection to the themes she addresses
• Contemporary Relevance: Creating works that speak to current issues
• Artistic Integrity: Creating meaningful artistic expressions that serve both aesthetic and cultural purposes

Through her work with Roots Revival, both as performer and project developer, Zabaleta contributes significantly to the organization's mission of cultural preservation, cross-cultural understanding, and meaningful artistic expression.