From Manuscript to Performance: The Artistic and Personal Impact of a Premiere
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author(s): Mani
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In this thesis, I share my research process for premiering a work by composer Antonio Paniagua in a chamber music series held annually in his honor. The piece was composed in a musical style that I do not master as a performer, and there were no existing references on how it should sound.
The central question guiding my research was: How do I interpret this work without prior references? Throughout the process, I encountered numerous mistakes and made decisions that were not entirely successful, forcing me to constantly rethink my approach. While the final result was satisfactory, it was not exactly what I had anticipated.
For this reason, I share my experience and insights in this thesis, hoping that those facing similar challenges can learn from my journey and avoid the mistakes I made.