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Cecilia Arizti, an inspiration to grow (2025)

Lisa Maria Blanco
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This research focuses on the analysis of three piano works by Cecilia Arizti, a pioneering Cuban composer and pianist from the 19th century: Vals Lento Op. 8, Barcarola Op. 6, and Reverie Op. 16. Arizti, a highly respected musician of her era, demonstrated profound technical mastery and musical depth in her compositions. This study aims to explore the structural and harmonic intricacies of her music, with the goal of applying these insights to the development of my own compositions. The investigation involves a detailed analysis of the melodies and harmonies present in the selected pieces, alongside an exploration of Arizti's compositional style. To deepen the understanding of her work, the research integrates information from multiple sources, including historical recordings, expert interviews, and scholarly literature. These materials provide essential context and support for the musical analysis, offering a comprehensive view of Arizti's artistic contributions. The findings of this research culminated in the creation of three original compositions: Vals Cubano, Punto de Barcarola, and Habanera para Cecilia. These pieces, inspired by the case studies and musical experiments conducted throughout the project, reflect the stylistic elements of Arizti’s work while incorporating contemporary elements of my own compositional voice. Ultimately, this study highlights the enduring relevance of Cecilia Arizti's music and demonstrates how historical analysis can inform and inspire modern creative processes.
typeresearch exposition
keywordsCecilia Arizti, Cuban music, Cuban composer, Cuban pianist, Cuban piano works, 19th century music, Romantic music, Cuban romanticism, Recreation of a style, Cuban compositions
date06/11/2025
published11/11/2025
last modified11/11/2025
statuspublished
affiliationCodarts, University for the Arts
copyright(c) Lisa Maria Blanco Muiño
licenseAll rights reserved
languageEnglish
urlhttps://www.researchcatalogue.net/view/3973140/3973141
published inCodarts
portal issueCodarts Artistic Research Reports.
external linkwww.codarts.nl


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