Mayalde, a traditional music group from Salamanca, Spain, was formed in 1980 by
Eusebio and Pilar, who originated from La Maya and Aldeatejada. The duo
initially performed as part of the pioneering salmantina group Tronco Seco
before forming Mayalde, combining elements of their hometowns' names. Their
debut album, La Herencia, was released in 1986. In subsequent years, they
expanded to include their children Laura and Arturo. The group was known for
using everyday objects like spoons and orinales as instruments, showcasing this
unique approach in the documentary ¡FOLK! Una mirada...