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Tuesday, June 2, 2015

What is an Art Song? (Continued) #yearofplay

Yesterday, I wrote a bit about why we are called the "Denver Art Song Project" and why I chose Art Songs (yes, still pretentious) as my genre of choice to work with during my #yearofplay.

Today, let's dive into a way to experience an art song.  Sure, I could give you a lot of "homework" to prepare to experience this little song.  Instead of throwing work at you, let's do a little experiment:

Read the instructions first... then do the steps... then, if you want, comment below and let me know what you thought, experienced, felt or how you were inspired.

1.) Hit play on my song "O del mio amato ben".

2.) Now listen as you look at this picture:

Learn more about this picture here


3.) Was there anything about the picture that you noticed as you listened to the song?  In your opinion, how did the picture and the music match?  Feel free to comment below!

Score some bonus points... Cruise through the amazing MET online collection.  Is there a picture that captures the spirit of the song to you more than this one?  If so, why?  Post a link to the pic in the comments below!

Hope you enjoy this little game!
Eapen


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