Um Fado Lusitano
by Ric Nagualero
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40.000 x 40.000 x 4.000 cm.
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Title
Um Fado Lusitano
Artist
Ric Nagualero
Medium
Painting - Acrylic On Canvas
Description
Fado (Portuguese: destiny, fate) is a music genre which can be traced to the 1820s in Portugal, but probably with much earlier origins.
In popular belief, fado is a form of music characterized by mournful tunes and lyrics, often about the sea or the life of the poor. However, in reality fado is simply a form of song which can be about anything, but must follow a certain structure.
Amalia Rodrigues, Carlos do Carmo, Mariza, Mafalda Arnauth, and Cristina Branco are amongst the most famous individuals associated with the genre.
Fado only appeared after 1830 in Lisbon. It was introduced in the port districts like Alfama, Mouraria and Bairro Alto. There are many theories about the origin of Fado. Some trace its origins or influences to "cantigas de amigo" (friends songs) from the Middle Ages, or Moorish songs, or also to African-Brazilian rhythms.
There are two main varieties of fado, namely those of the cities of Lisbon and Coimbra. The Lisbon style is the more popular, while Coimbra's is the more classic style. Modern fado is popular in Portugal, and has produced many renowned musicians. According to tradition, to applaud fado in Lisbon you clap your hands, while in Coimbra one coughs as if clearing one's throat.
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Words make you think a thought. Music makes you feel a feeling. A song makes you feel a thought. E. Y. Harburg
Music is the soul of language. Max Heindel
Take a music bath once or twice a week for a few seasons, and you will find that it is to the soul what the water bath is to the body. Oliver Wendell Holmes
Music in the soul can be heard by the universe. Lao Tzu
Certain music is terrifically inspirational and it is possible, months or even years afterwards, to look at a painting and remember the music that was playing during its execution. Robert Genn
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April 18th, 2012
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Kym Backland
Ric, I like this! I love the ombred effect of orange colors...Voted... congrats on your sale of course too!