Musical Analysis of Agustín Pio Barrios Mangoré’s Masterpiece “La Catedral”
This study presents a comprehensive analysis of Agustín Barrios Mangoré’s "La Catedral," which holds significant importance in the classical guitar repertoire. "La Catedral" consists of three distinct sections: "Preludio Saudade," "Andante Religioso," and &quo...
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| Language: | English |
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Istanbul University Press
2024-06-01
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| Series: | Konservatoryum |
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| Online Access: | https://cdn.istanbul.edu.tr/file/JTA6CLJ8T5/82D856BA70DE4F27B8F8D2A326B5DBB9 |
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| Summary: | This study presents a comprehensive analysis of Agustín Barrios Mangoré’s "La Catedral," which holds significant importance in the classical guitar repertoire. "La Catedral" consists of three distinct sections: "Preludio Saudade," "Andante Religioso," and "Allegro Solemne." Each section reflects various aspects of Barrios’ compositional style, combining technical complexity with deep emotional intensity. Initially composed of two sections, "La Catedral" was later expanded with the addition of "Preludio Saudade" after twenty years, thus transforming it into a three-section structure. "Preludio Saudade," as the first section of the piece, evokes a sense of nostalgia and spiritual longing with its contemplative nature. "Andante Religioso," on the other hand, portrays the solemnity of a religious ceremony, showcasing Barrios’ technical mastery on a more introspective level. Finally, the "Allegro Solemne" section demonstrates Barrios’ skill in creating a lively and dynamic musical narrative. This analysis highlights "La Catedral" as a rich resource for musical analysis and theoretical studies due to its intricate harmonic structure and intertwined melodic lines. In this study, the "Preludio Saudade," "Andante Religioso," and "Allegro Solemne" sections are examined from technical and structural perspectives. The findings contribute significantly to understanding the technical challenges, performance requirements, guitar technique, and interpretation of the piece. It is believed that this research, along with future comparative studies, will provide a deeper insight into Barrios’ influence on guitar music. |
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| ISSN: | 2618-5695 |