Composer

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Cornelis de Bondt

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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55:23

De Tragische Handeling is a contemporary music composition by Cornelis de Bondt, premiered on 14th November 1997 at the Korzo Theatre in The Hague, Netherlands. The composition is written for five performers and a sound engineer, and it is divided into three movements. The first movement of De Tragische Handeling is titled "De Aankomst" (The Arrival), and it is characterized by a slow and ominous atmosphere. The performers enter the stage one by one, each carrying a small object that they place on a table at the center of the stage. The sound engineer creates a soundscape of distant rumblings and metallic clangs, adding to the tension of the scene. The second movement, "De Handeling" (The Action), is the most dynamic and intense part of the composition. The performers engage in a series of physical actions, such as throwing objects, hitting the table, and shouting. The sound engineer manipulates the sounds produced by the performers, creating a chaotic and disorienting sonic environment. The final movement, "De Afloop" (The Outcome), is a slow and mournful section. The performers remove the objects from the table and exit the stage, leaving only the sound engineer behind. The soundscape becomes quieter and more introspective, as if reflecting on the events that have just taken place. De Tragische Handeling is a composition that explores the themes of tragedy, violence, and human behavior. The use of physical actions and objects on stage, combined with the manipulation of sound, creates a visceral and immersive experience for the audience. The composition is a testament to Cornelis de Bondt's innovative approach to contemporary music, and it remains a powerful and thought-provoking work to this day.

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