Questions and Answers
European composers were hired by the Catholic Church to come to the Americas.
True
The composers coming from Europe belonged to the Baroque style.
True
Gaspar Fernandez was a Portuguese composer working in Mexico.
True
Some European composers used lyrics in the Native languages.
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Composer Manuel de Sumaya was born in Mexico.
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Most of the music composed in the Americas in the Colonial periods was of religious nature.
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Brazil and Peru also had a very intense musical life during the Colonial period.
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José Mauricio de Nunez Garcia was a composer and a priest.
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José Mauricio Nunes Garcia was born in Brazil.
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Operas were also composed in the Americas.
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Opera became very important in the Americas in the _____ century.
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The Teatro Solis is located in?
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Antonio Carlos Gomes was an opera composer born in?
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Antonio Carlos Gomes became very successful in?
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A famous opera by Gomes is called?
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Domenico Zipoli was an important European composer working in South America, was born in?
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Manuel Ponce, a very important Mexican composer, was born in?
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Manuel de Falla was born in France.
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Heitor Villa-Lobos was born in Chile.
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Manuel de Falla was born on?
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Heitor Villa-Lobos was born on?
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Leo Boruwer was born on?
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Check the Mexican composers in this list.
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Check the 2 Argentine composers in this list.
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What styles of music have been practiced in the Americas?
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Who composed the piece 'Inura'?
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Who composed the 'Double Concerto for Bandoneon & Guitar' featured on Blackboard?
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Check the composer from Uruguay:
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The ópera 'Rashomon', by León Biriotti, is based on a traditional tale from what country?
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Study Notes
European Influence in Latin America
- European composers were employed by the Catholic Church to create music in the Americas during the Colonial period.
- The predominant style of these composers was Baroque.
- Some European composers incorporated Native language lyrics into their compositions.
Notable Composers
- Gaspar Fernandez, a Portuguese composer, worked in Mexico and contributed to the musical landscape.
- Manuel de Sumaya, another important figure, was born in Mexico, reflecting local musical traditions.
- José Mauricio de Nunez Garcia was both a composer and a priest, born in Brazil, showcasing the intertwining of music and religion.
Religious and Cultural Context
- The majority of music from the Colonial era in the Americas was centered around religious themes.
- Countries like Brazil and Peru also experienced rich musical development during this time.
Development of Opera
- Opera became significant in the Americas during the 19th century, expanding the musical repertoire.
- The Teatro Solis, located in Montevideo, Uruguay, is one of the notable opera houses from this period.
- Antonio Carlos Gomes, an opera composer from Brazil, achieved acclaim in Italy with works like "Il Guarany."
Important Figures and Dates
- Domenico Zipoli, a key European composer, was born in Italy and worked in South America.
- Manuel Ponce, a prominent Mexican composer, was born in 1882.
- Manuel de Falla was born on November 23, 1876, in Spain, while Heitor Villa-Lobos was born on March 5, 1887, in Brazil.
- Cuban composer Leo Brouwer was born on March 1, 1939, in Havana.
Mexican and Argentine Composers
- Key Mexican composers include Carlos Chavez, Manuel Ponce, and Silvestre Revueltas.
- Notable Argentine composers are Alberto Ginastera and Astor Piazzolla.
Music Styles and Contemporary Composers
- Various music styles practiced in the Americas encompass Contemporary, Romantic, Baroque, and Classical.
- Tania León is known for composing "Inura," while Astor Piazzolla created the "Double Concerto for Bandoneon & Guitar."
Research Insights
- Hector Tosar is identified as a notable composer from Uruguay.
- The opera "Rashomon" by León Biriotti draws from a traditional story originating from Japan.
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Test your knowledge on the influence of European composers in Latin America's classical music scene. This quiz covers significant composers, their styles, and the incorporation of native languages in lyrical compositions. Perfect for students of MUS 127.
