Oswald Huỳnh's composition A Prelude to Stars and their Massive Dying is influenced by Bach and incorporates elements from various composers including Busoni and Rachmaninov. It uses the structure of Bach's C Major Prelude while integrating snippets from Debussy and Ligeti. The work features sudden shifts from beautiful melodies to dissonance, likening the experience to Dali's surreal artwork. Luciano Berio's Folk Music was performed, showcasing global influences through Mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron, who effectively conveyed the essence of the traditional tunes presented.
Oswald Huỳnh's composition A Prelude to Stars and their Massive Dying draws inspiration from Bach and reinterprets it through modern techniques, creating unexpected dissonance.
The piece incorporates elements from Debussy, Ligeti, and Unsuk Chin, while structured around the C Major Prelude from The Well-tempered Clavier.
As the piece unfolds, moments of beauty devolve into cacophony, evoking imagery akin to Dali's melting clocks and the Doppler effect experienced with distant stars.
Folk Music by Luciano Berio was performed by Mezzo-soprano Fleur Barron, showcasing traditional melodies from various cultures with her captivating performance.
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