Don Antuco

Don Antonio Espinoza is a citizen of Ayacucho, a fervent enthusiast of Huayno music, and also knowledgeable about passages of Huanta's history. He plays the guitar, his faithful companion, with modest skill, always striving to keep alive the memories of his beloved Amauta Musical Center. Don Antuco, as he is affectionately known by the locals, never wavered in his desire to spread the authentic style of Ayacucho Huayno, ancestral compilations, sung and played masterfully with a unique style that makes him a true musical cultivator, battling obstacles such as the overwhelming influence of foreign culture and the disinterest of local authorities.