De la teoría a la práctica: el uso de la canción en la clase de español L2

This article focuses on current theoretical contributions related to the use of authentic material in second language classes, in general, and Spanish, in particular. From a theoretical point of view, the neuroscientific aspects that support the learning of Spanish as a second language through the use of songs for educational purposes are addressed. From a practical point of view, the main objective of this work is to design an innovative didactic proposal that favors the development and skills of students of beginner level (A1/A2) through the song Desapariciones (1983) by Panamanian singer-songwriter Rubén Blades. In addition, the proposal adheres to the update of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: learning, teaching, evaluation (2018) as well as its Complementary Volume (2021).