Embracing Internationalism: An Examination of Mario Lavista with an Analysis of Cinco Danzas Breves
Description:
Mario Lavista (b.1943) is widely acknowledged as one of Mexico's foremost living composers. Having acquired his music education in his native Mexico and in Europe alike, he is similar to numerous other Latin composers who were building a career in the latter half of the twentieth century. During this time, composers were relying on international aspects of avant-garde techniques, and using nationalistic Latin rhythms and melodies less. Lavista embraced internationalism, and aimed to compose wor…
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Date:
May 2017
Creator:
Thiemann, Amy
Partner:
UNT Libraries