Composer

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Catarina Domenici

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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2:10

Marielle Presente is a contemporary classical composition by Brazilian composer Catarina Domenici. The piece was composed in 2018 as a tribute to Marielle Franco, a Brazilian politician and human rights activist who was assassinated in Rio de Janeiro in March of that year. The composition was premiered on March 14, 2019, at the Teatro Municipal de Niterói in Rio de Janeiro. Marielle Presente is a three-movement work for string orchestra. The first movement, titled "Lamento," is a mournful and somber elegy that reflects on the tragedy of Marielle Franco's death. The second movement, "Resistência," is a more upbeat and energetic piece that celebrates Franco's life and legacy as a champion of social justice and human rights. The final movement, "Esperança," is a hopeful and optimistic piece that looks towards a brighter future and a world free from violence and oppression. The composition is characterized by its use of rich harmonies, lush textures, and expressive melodies. Domenici's writing for the string orchestra is particularly noteworthy, as she employs a wide range of techniques to create a variety of timbres and colors. The piece also features several solo passages for individual instruments, which showcase the virtuosity and expressiveness of the performers. Overall, Marielle Presente is a powerful and moving tribute to a remarkable woman and a call to action for social justice and human rights. Its premiere was met with critical acclaim and it has since been performed by orchestras around the world.

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