This Side of the Atlantic
Last night, AMRS freshman Becca Pollard and her roommate Kristen Schwacha joined Dr. Knapp and myself for a student performance of madrigals about love written by the Baroque master composter, Monteverdi. (Here we are posing from the balcony of Jemison auditorium after the performance).
I love early music, and this was a particularly lovely performance of some of the finest madrigals about love written in the 16th and 17th centuries.
Most impressive of all was the vocal talent of OWU vocal music students. Every student sang both in ensemble and solo, delighting everyone with the beautiful harmonies and playful improvisations. You couldn't listen without wanting to be an opera diva yourself!
Another fantastic thing about this early music performance was the updated, multi-media setting. As the performers sang each madrigal, video was projected on the screen behind them, showcasing gracefully executed dance performances, stylized renditions of lovers in various poses (the hopes of a new love, the disappointments of an old love lost), and creative graphics displays of the song lyrics (in English translation).
This was a wonderful night out with AMRS students!
If you haven't ever had a chance to enjoy this music, I recommend the following:
dr demarco
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