Composer

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Osvaldo Golijov

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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4:29

Fantasy on a Chorus from La Pasión según San Marcos is a contemporary classical composition by the Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov. The piece was composed in 2005 and premiered on March 17, 2006, at the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, California. The composition is a tribute to the Afro-Cuban composer and percussionist Francisco Aguabella, who was a close friend of Golijov. The piece is a single movement work that is approximately 12 minutes in length. It is scored for a large orchestra, including percussion, and features a chorus singing a chorus from La Pasión según San Marcos, a work by the Brazilian composer and conductor, Paulo César Pinheiro. The chorus is a lively and rhythmic section of the original work, and Golijov uses it as a starting point for his composition. The piece begins with a solo trumpet playing a mournful melody, which is then joined by the orchestra. The chorus enters with the familiar melody, and the piece quickly builds in intensity. The percussion section is particularly prominent, with a variety of instruments, including congas, bongos, and timbales, adding to the rhythmic complexity of the piece. Golijov's composition is characterized by its use of Latin American rhythms and melodies, as well as its incorporation of elements of jazz and rock music. The piece is also notable for its use of improvisation, with several sections featuring solos by individual musicians. Overall, Fantasy on a Chorus from La Pasión según San Marcos is a vibrant and energetic work that showcases Golijov's unique blend of musical styles. It is a fitting tribute to Francisco Aguabella and a testament to the enduring power of Latin American music.

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