Italian Opera: Origins, Evolution, and Monteverdi’s L’Orfeo
The Origins of Opera in Italy
Opera emerged from the addition of music to theatre in the late 16th century, occurring simultaneously with the dramatisation of music. For a work to be considered opera, there needed to be continuous musical action, and the influence of ancient Greek theatre was crucial. The declamatory, singing performance of text was the missing factor, brought in by means of the recitative. The themes of the earliest operas were generally pastoral or historical.
The 17th Century:
Read MoreArnold Schoenberg and Joaquin Turina: Composers’ Legacies
Arnold Schoenberg (1871-1951)
Vienna. A key composer of the 20th century, representing a bridge between late Romantic language and the cerebral, atonal aesthetic of the new century. Largely self-taught, Schoenberg, along with Alban Berg and Anton Webern, developed the twelve-tone technique, forming the Second Viennese School. He was later exiled to the USA.
Schoenberg’s Four Periods
Tonal Period (1898-1908)
Early works with Romantic influences include:
- Verklärte Nacht (Transfigured Night)
- Gurre-Lieder:
Musical Fundamentals: Education, Sound, and Perception
E. Fundamentals of Music
Fundamentals of Music: Valoreduc.musica: Education develops abilities: perception (hearing), speech (voice, body, instrument) and communication. It should be part of the comprehensive education of the person.
Real Artistic Education: Practice live performances. Sound lab.
Available to all: Non-gifted, gifted adults, children, and people with disabilities.
Freedom and creativity, spontaneity, imagination, creative process are most important, not just results.
Learning process:
Read MoreTraditional Music of Africa and the Maghreb
Regional Divisions of African Music
African music can be broadly divided into the following regions:
- The Maghreb: The northern fringe of the continent, encompassing countries of Arabic culture, extending from Morocco to Egypt.
- Sub-Saharan Africa: The region south of the Sahara Desert. This can be further divided into three zones:
- Western: The coast of Guinea, home to powerful kingdoms before European domination. A notable instrument is the kora.
- Central: Occupied by countries like Zaire, Uganda, and
Carlo Maderno: Key Architectural Achievements and Influences
Carlo Maderno: Architectural Achievements
Among the most important and influential works, we can point to the Collegiate Church of San Luis:
“They reinforce the corners of the facade of ashlar to rope and brand.
“The single door, highlighted by a curved pediment trim and molding that on reaching the doorway is widened to form the baroque Earmuffs on this simple shield over Flia shields. Ulloa that form a triangle with the window.
-Slats carried by the central thrusts of the vaults to the side with Herrera
Read MoreMusic in Ancient Times: A Glimpse at History
Ancient Times: OG776BC, AG1000BC, JC55BC, WRE476AD, R11thCAD, G12thAD.
Culture in Ancient Times
Music in the Greek Civilization
In ancient Greece, music was present at important events in daily life: Weddings, Funerals, Religious ceremonies, Theatre, popular music, recitals of epic poetry.
Music and Philosophy
A number of ancient philosophers wrote about music, including Pythagoras, Plato, and Aristotle. Their work on music has played an important role in its development.
Music and Mythology
Music includes
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