Tag Archives: music

Reflection of the Present: Antônio Carlos Jobim

Posted on February 11, 2020 by

Antonio Carlos Jobim or Tom Jobim (1927-1994), a great Brazilian composer, songwriter as well as one of Bossa Nova inventors, was born in the middle class family. His father was a writer, diplomat & journalist, while his mother belonged to … Continue reading →

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Eternamenta News

Posted on February 1, 2020 by

Esteemed Readers, I’m very glad to announce you that 2020 blogging will be dedicated to music. It will be a year of Baroque & Bossa Nova to honour both wonderful music epochs in the human history. I have already posted … Continue reading →

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Ciao Cuore!

Posted on August 3, 2019 by

  English: Esteemed Readers, one of my favourite singers Mario Venuti has released this amazing 100% hit. He sings about our world & us, humans, who have become heartless, so let the heart return back to us & stay in … Continue reading →

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Mercure Galant: Messenger of the Past – The Spirit of Carnival

Posted on March 4, 2019 by

Esteemed Readers, Carnival always creates a special sort of spirit! It is a joy, hope for better life & finally sunny warm days. So, I have discovered this curious drinking song in one of “Mercure Galant” editions & share it … Continue reading →

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New Year Mood: Gaelic Song

Posted on December 29, 2018 by

Esteemed Readers, it would be sad to bid farewell to 2018 without a pleasant music impromptu. This is a brilliant Scottish composition performed by Fiona Mackenzie in Gaelic… I guess it would add some spirit to our Louis XIV’s celebrations … Continue reading →

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At King’s Service: Marc-Antoine Charpentier

Posted on August 29, 2018 by

Marc-Antoine Charpentier (1643-1704) is a genius of spiritual music of Louis XIV’s time. He is an example of a perfect composer who was able to create profound compositions for various instruments. He was highly appreciated and recognized by his contemporaries and … Continue reading →

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At King’s Service: François Couperin & Family

Posted on August 17, 2018 by

The Couperin musical family represents another glimpse of the 17th century France. I would say that their music is alike a scented air, rustling trees and  water murmuring, that awake a feeling of a true harmony in our soul. And … Continue reading →

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