The official song for the Araba Euskaraz 2026 event, titled Taupadak berpiztu!, has been unveiled. Amurrio's Aresketa Ikastola is this year's host and organizer, and the theme has been created by individuals closely associated with the ikastola. The song blends lively rhythms with a deep message, aiming to revitalize the Basque language.
The concept, lyrics, vocals, and production of the song were led by a former student and current employee of the center. Alongside him, a parent from the ikastola also contributed to the idea, vocals, and production, in addition to playing the guitar. Both presented the song, accompanied by a choreography prepared by the students, who also feature in the music video.
It is a direct call to revitalize the Basque language, to revive the heartbeats of the people, the collective trend.
The lyrics of Taupadak berpiztu! reflect on the evolution of the Basque language, from the 1960s and 1970s to its current state, noting "signs of stagnation." Those responsible for the song warn that "the Basque language is closer to death than to normality."
Musically, the song features very danceable rhythms, created with organic sounds and melodies from various instruments: from the alboka to the trumpet, trombone, trikitia, and Latin percussion. The result is "flavorful and salsa-like," according to its producers. Numerous musicians collaborated on the project, including artists contributing vocals, percussion, bass, trumpet, trombone, alboka, and trikitia.
The music video features students, parents, and a teacher from Aresketa Ikastola. It was produced by another former student, who aimed to portray a celebration so that the heartbeat in favor of the Basque language "may endure in the future."
