“Xauxa: Back to the Beginning” is the successful product of decades of research, documentation and promotion of Andean music and culture. Encompassing new music based on the compilation of musical pieces from the Pre-Incan, Incan and Colonial periods. With an emphasis on the complexity of the rythms and harmonies of Andean Folklore that formed as a result of the transculturation and the enculturation processes historically endured by the people of the Andes. Kuyayky carries all the emotion of their traditional Huanca-Xauxa culture. Their musical interpretation, in both instrumentality and vocal skill sensitively conveys the subtle and complex character of Andean harmonies. Kuyayky's delicate touch also gives new meaning as well to their interpretation of the Mexican Tehuantepec classic, Zandunga, and the Afro-Peruvian, Lando. This is music to accompany your thoughts as your mind rediscovers the beauty and culture of the Andean people...