Mercedes Sosa: Canciones con fundamento

Mercedes Sosa was an Argentine singer who was popular throughout Latin America and many countries outside the region.

With her roots in Argentine folk music, Sosa became one of the leading exponents of the folk contemporary music movement of Latin America. She gave voice to songs written by many songwriters. Her music made people hail her as the "voice of the voiceless ones".

In this lesson we will learn about her life, her music and its importance to create a sense of identity for Latin Americans.