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Luminous: Conversations On Sacred Arts

Alexander Lingas: Cosmic Music

Mar 30, 2023
Renowned music director Alexander Lingas, founder of Capella Romana, discusses the formation of the ensemble, the melodic style in Byzantine chant, similarities between different musical traditions, the concepts of terere and kratimata in music, the diverse repertoire of Capella Romana, and the significance of the line 'O'er the Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave'.
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Quick takeaways

  • Making music with friends creates bonds and collaboration, fostering a sense of common purpose.
  • Acoustics greatly influence musical interpretation, timing, tuning, and overall sound quality.

Deep dives

Music and Friendship

Alex Lingus, the founder of Capella Romana, discusses the importance of making music with friends and the sense of common purpose it brings. He highlights the power of music to create bonds and foster a sense of collaboration, even among individuals with different backgrounds and perspectives. Lingus expresses joy in being able to make music with like-minded individuals at the Institute of Sacred Arts.

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