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Menoizikul; Midweek Musicalisms

Next on the birthday list is Einojuhani Rautavaara, 9th October 1928, Helsinki. This composer covered a lot of stylistic territory, some of it I loved, some rather less so. His father was an opera singer who was also interested in classical folk songs, which may have influenced his son when he composed the following item, which I found quite charming—and as one with choral experience, I can appreciate the virtuosity required for it. What say you?

10 comments:

  1. I really like your selections, Yamini. They are not the ones I am used to listening here, and it's a refreshing change. With the little writeups they are informative too.
    (My latest post: A coffee spill that nearly ruined an interview)

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  2. that has something special... there is so much passion behind...

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  3. I really like this too!!
    Hugs cecilia

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  4. Starts aggressively and proceeds soothingly!

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  5. Sitting outside, watching the hot air balloons fly by in the distance. The music added a bit of fun drama to the experience!

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  6. Not much time for anything right now, YAM. I am in England with barely a moment to spare. Back to normal next week.

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  7. I meant to tell you, Caitlin is singing in an Ottawa choir. They are going to Latvia in June!

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  8. Loved the rhythm in this song, it draws you right in!

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