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Italy’s Gift to the World: The Neapolitan Song That Sings of Immigrants’ Joys and Sorrows

The Neapolitan song, and especially its sub-genre that emerged out of the waves of Italian immigration to America and the world, is a quintessential expression of Italian culture and a precious global asset to defend and preserve at all costs. More importantly, for immigrants, it’s a piece of their heart with all the ache and joy of the ups and downs of life—and the sheer courage it takes to chase after a dream.
Group shot of participants at the 2019 Italian Diaspora Studies course in Matera, Basilicata. Photo Maria Lisella.

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Roots, Romance and Wisdom: UniCal’s Italian Diaspora Studies in Calabria

At first, I told myself this would be a good exercise: revisiting Italy without my husband, the recently deceased poet Gil Fagiani. Like widows all over the world, I was floundering, finding my way without him, and visiting Italy without him presented a particular challenge. In the end, I returned home with a touch of pride for having made the trip and finding an aspect of my Calabrian self that can only strengthen who I am.

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