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In my reflection on my personal, academic, and artistic path, I examine the impact of culture, tradition, and identity on my development as a composer. I explore this through both a broad lens and in the context of Portuguese national identity. My hometown traditions play a crucial role in my musical identity, serving as the roots from which I draw inspiration. This research allowed me to delve deeper into my own identity as a composer, exploring the ways in which my roots inform the routes I have taken in my musical journey. Through this process, I have been able to redefine my own stylistic language, creating a unique voice that reflects my experiences and heritage. The outcome of this project is a body of new musical compositions and reflections that enrich our understanding of this genre of practice and composition techniques. The artistic creations and insights gained through this process provide valuable contributions to the world of music and composition.

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    • Homepage
    • Introduction
    • Part 1
    • Part 2
    • Conclusion
    • Bibliography
    • The use of traditional elements in new music
    • Ackownledgments
    • Reading Guide
    • Carlos Brito Dias
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    In my reflection on my personal, academic, and artistic path, I examine the impact of culture, tradition, and identity on my development as a composer. I explore this through both a broad lens and in the context of Portuguese national identity. My hometown traditions play a crucial role in my musical identity, serving as the roots from which I draw inspiration. This research allowed me to delve deeper into my own identity as a composer, exploring the ways in which my roots inform the routes I have taken in my musical journey. Through this process, I have been able to redefine my own stylistic language, creating a unique voice that reflects my experiences and heritage. The outcome of this project is a body of new musical compositions and reflections that enrich our understanding of this genre of practice and composition techniques. The artistic creations and insights gained through this process provide valuable contributions to the world of music and composition.
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Homepage

“home(m)”:

a sound translation of

"Queima do Home"

in an ensemble piece

Introduction

Here, I present three texts in which I explain the five pieces written during this project:

Part 1

The use of elements

of Braga’s Holy Week

in “do lume que pesa”

Part 2

Autognosis 

Conclusion

 

The use of traditional elements in new music

 

“S. João de Braga”

as inspiration for new pieces

 

Bibliography