The next Deans’ Seminar in the 2023-24 series will be held on Friday, March 22, 2024. Jorge Muniz, Professor of Music, will present his research entitled “Psalms Without Words: Discovering the Lyricism of the Psalms through the Piano.”
We will meet at noon in the the Louise E. Addicott and Yatish J. Joshi Performance Hall (NS158). Unfortunately, food and beverages are not allowed in Joshi Hall so plan your lunch accordingly.
Abstract:
This 35-minute work is the result of a fruitful collaboration between the composer and scholars Timothy O’Malley and Carolyn Pirtle from the University of Notre Dame during Dr. Jorge Muñiz’s sabbatical leave in 2022-2023. This collaboration has led to the development of a new concept around the lyricism, emotion, and the powerful message of the Psalms. The performance of The Book of Psalms will feature the composer at the piano, accompanied by reading and commentary on these texts.