The Art of Composition: From History to Modernity

The 17th Open Course in Music History, titled "The Art of Composition: From History to Modernity," offers a historical overview of musical composition. It examines how technology, aesthetics, and interdisciplinary demands shape the creative process today. The course also distinguishes between composing for absolute music and creating works for intermedial forms like opera or film.

Topics include the impact of recording technologies and the contrast between music for live performance and sound recording. Composer Hèctor Parra participates, sharing his insights on 21st-century composition. The course takes place at Casa da Música, Sala 2, on three Mondays: October 26, November 2, and November 9, 2026, all starting at 17:30.

Tickets for a single session cost €15,00. A module covering all three sessions is available for €37. The event is suitable for a general audience aged 6 and above.