Composer

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Arturo Parra

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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13:11

'Ô Ulysse' is a contemporary classical composition by the Colombian composer Arturo Parra. The piece was composed in 2004 and premiered on October 28th of the same year at the Teatro Mayor Julio Mario Santo Domingo in Bogotá, Colombia. The composition is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "L'île des Sirènes," is a slow and haunting piece that features the use of extended techniques on the strings and woodwinds. The music is meant to evoke the mythical island of the sirens, where Ulysses and his crew were lured by the enchanting songs of the sirens. The movement is characterized by its use of dissonant harmonies and eerie melodies, which create a sense of unease and danger. The second movement, titled "Le Cyclope," is a fast and frenetic piece that represents Ulysses' encounter with the Cyclops Polyphemus. The music is characterized by its use of irregular rhythms and percussive sounds, which create a sense of chaos and violence. The movement features a prominent solo for the bassoon, which represents the voice of Polyphemus. The third and final movement, titled "Le Retour," is a slow and contemplative piece that represents Ulysses' return to his homeland of Ithaca. The music is characterized by its use of lush harmonies and soaring melodies, which create a sense of triumph and resolution. The movement features a prominent solo for the violin, which represents the voice of Ulysses. Overall, 'Ô Ulysse' is a powerful and evocative composition that captures the spirit of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. The use of extended techniques, irregular rhythms, and lush harmonies creates a unique and compelling sound world that transports the listener to the world of ancient Greece.

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