Composer

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Celso Garrido-Lecca

Genre

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1980

Average_duration

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19:02

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Retablos sinfónicos (Symphonic Tableaux) is a composition by the Peruvian composer Celso Garrido-Lecca. It was composed in 1973 and premiered on August 23, 1974, by the National Symphony Orchestra of Peru, conducted by Theo Buchwald. The work is divided into three movements, each of which is inspired by a different aspect of Peruvian culture. The first movement, titled "La Fiesta del Corpus Christi" (The Feast of Corpus Christi), is a musical representation of the traditional religious festival that takes place in the city of Cusco. The movement is characterized by its use of Andean folk rhythms and melodies, which are combined with Western classical orchestration. The second movement, titled "El Canto del Viento" (The Song of the Wind), is a more introspective and atmospheric piece. It is inspired by the winds that blow across the Peruvian highlands, and features a solo oboe that represents the voice of the wind. The movement is notable for its use of extended techniques, such as flutter-tonguing and multiphonics, which create a haunting and otherworldly sound. The final movement, titled "La Danza de los Diablos" (The Dance of the Devils), is a lively and rhythmic piece that is based on the traditional dance of the same name. The movement features a prominent role for the percussion section, which drives the energetic rhythms of the dance. The movement also includes a section in which the orchestra imitates the sound of the panpipes, a traditional Andean instrument. Overall, Retablos sinfónicos is a vibrant and colorful work that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Peru. It combines elements of Western classical music with traditional Andean folk music, creating a unique and distinctive sound. The work has become a staple of the Peruvian orchestral repertoire and is widely regarded as one of Garrido-Lecca's most important compositions.

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