Amália Rodrigues’s Amália at the Olympia

Amália Rodrigues’s Amália at the Olympia
Author: Lila Ellen Gray
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2023-07-27
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1501346210

The voice of Amália Rodrigues (1920-1999), the “Queen of Fado” and Portugal's most celebrated diva, was extraordinary for its interpretive power, soul wrenching timbre, and international reach. Amalia à l'Olympia (1957) is an album made from recordings of her first performances at the fabled Olympia Music Hall in Paris in 1956. This album, which was issued for multiple national markets (including: France; USA; Japan; Britain; the Netherlands) catapulted Amália Rodrigues into the international limelight. During its time, this album held the potential for international listeners, outside of Portugal, to represent Portugal, while also standing in for cosmopolitanism, the glamorous city of Paris, and to present a sonorous voyage in sound. This book introduces readers to the voice of Amália Rodrigues and to the genre of the Portuguese fado, offering a primer in how to listen to both. It unpacks this iconic album and the voice, sound, style, and celebrity of Amália Rodrigues. It situates this album within a historical context marked by cold war Atlanticist diplomacy, Portugal's dictatorial regime, and the emergence of new forms of media, travel, and tourism.In so doing, it examines processes that shaped the internationalization of peripheral popular musics and the making of female vocal stardom in the mid-20th century.

Amália at the Olympia

Amália at the Olympia
Author: Lila Ellen Gray
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023
Genre: Fados
ISBN: 9781501346231

"Examines Amália Rodrigues's seminal international hit album, recorded live at the Paris Olympia in 1956"--

Goethe and Anna Amalia

Goethe and Anna Amalia
Author: Ettore Ghibellino
Publisher: Peter Lang
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2007
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 9781904505242

An exploration of the possible love affair between Goethe and Anna Amalia

Famous People Around The World. VOLUME 08A

Famous People Around The World. VOLUME 08A
Author: Marcelo Gameiro
Publisher: Marcelo Gameiro
Total Pages: 543
Release: 2024-07-30
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN:

Get ready to take a thrilling journey through the lives of some of the most fascinating people in the world! "Famous People Around The World" is an engrossing read that provides an in-depth look at the lives of various famous personalities, from artists and scientists to musicians and politicians. This book covers all aspects of these people's lives, starting from their early years, upbringing, education, and pivotal experiences that shaped their lives. It explores their fascinating careers, achievements, turning points, and contributions to their respective fields. But that's not all - this book delves deeper into the personal lives of these famous individuals, including their relationships, marriages, hobbies, interests, and even any scandals or controversies they may have been involved in. Moreover, this book also examines the legacies of these influential figures and how they have impacted their industry or society as a whole. You will be amazed at the lasting contributions that these people have made and the ways they are remembered even to this day. As you read through the pages, you will discover the unique qualities and quirks that make these people stand out. You will learn about their personalities, sense of humor, and interesting habits or rituals. But that's not all! The book also includes a few exciting stories about these famous personalities that you probably have never heard before. And to test your knowledge, we have included 10 True or False questions at the end of each chapter that will keep you engaged and curious until the very end. So, whether you are a history buff or just looking for an engaging and educational read, "Famous People Around The World" is the perfect book for you. Get your copy now and embark on a journey through the fascinating lives of some of the most influential people in history!

Greece

Greece
Author: Alexander Tzonis
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Total Pages: 289
Release: 2013-06-01
Genre: Architecture
ISBN: 1861899378

The remains of antiquity define Greek architecture in the popular imagination, but Greek edifices encompass far more than these ancient structures. Offered here is a comprehensive survey of modern Greek architecture of the past hundred-plus years. The book explores the buildings and architects of modern Greece, ranging from nineteenth-century neoclassical edifices to minimalist contemporary works and urban renewal projects. The ideas driving the creation of these buildings are given full attention, as the authors examine the influence of the rise of Modernism in the arts and the characteristics of regional styles, while also considering the reasons behind the bland, functional structures that have dominated Greek cityscapes since World War II. Greecesituates this design survey within the nation’s tumultuous cultural and political history, including the two world wars, a military dictatorship, civil war, and the consumerist boom of the 1990s. A penetrating and thorough study, Greece offers a compelling account of modern Greek architecture that will be invaluable for all scholars of design and European history.

The Early Years of Folk Music

The Early Years of Folk Music
Author: David Dicaire
Publisher: McFarland
Total Pages: 253
Release: 2010-03-30
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0786457376

This history of folk music looks at musicians, collectors and other figures from around the world. The book presents an overview of international folk roots and shows the contributions of the artists and the evolution of folk music as a force for political and social change. Profiles of Pete Seeger, Burl Ives, Woody Guthrie and others show how the stage was set for the American folk revival of the 1960s.

Greece

Greece
Author: Savas Condaratos
Publisher: Prestel Publishing
Total Pages: 292
Release: 1999
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

This handsomely illustrated book outlines recent developments in Greek architecture.