MArTA Taranto
"Il Sogno di Marsia" by Dario Marianelli and the revival of ancient music through the aulos
The work
“Il Sogno di Marsia” is an innovative musical composition that marks a renaissance in ancient music, bringing back to life the aulos, an instrument used in Ancient Greece.
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"My goal with 'Il Sogno di Marsia' was to revive a musical instrument that had not been heard for centuries. I found inspiration among the collections of the National Museum of Taranto and worked with researcher Barnaby Brown to recreate the sound of the aulos. This composition represents an encounter between the past and the present, offering a new dimension to ancient music."
The inspiration
The inspiration for the work came during a visit to the National Archaeological Museum of Taranto (MArTA), where Marianelli reflected on ancient artifacts, including the aulos.
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The composition, which can be listened to via QR code, offers an immersive experience that unites the musical past with the present, creating a bridge between different eras.
The place
Marianelli’s composition is on display at the Taranto Museum, offering visitors a unique connection between historical artifacts and the melody of the ancient musical instrument as the protagonist.
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Discover how history and music meet in this extraordinary musical work dedicated to the city of Taranto.
The author
Dario Marianelli, an Oscar-and Golden Globe-winning Italian composer, is known for his film scores that blend classical and contemporary music, deeply enriching film narratives.
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With “Il Sogno di Marsia”, Marianelli takes his art to a new level by reviving the aulos, an ancient two-pipe musical instrument.
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