Elena OrtizThe Historic Premiere of “The Cradle Will Rock”Premiering in the middle of the Great Depression, Blitzstein’s “The Cradle Will Rock” focuses on the people’s view of the relationship…May 13, 2021May 13, 2021
Elena OrtizTrying to Understand the Reaction to Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring”The premiere of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring is shrouded in mystery and legend surrounding the events that arose from it. Although the myth…May 12, 2021May 12, 2021
Elena OrtizReflecting on the Ibero-American Landscape’s World PremiereThe premiere of Edwin Guevara Gutiérrez’s Ibero-American Landscapes was very different from what I was expecting. I initially was planning…May 8, 2021May 8, 2021
Elena OrtizThe Influence of BerliozIn 1830, Hector Berlioz composed and premiered his Symphonie fantastique, a piece consisting of 5 movements. Berlioz was constantly…Apr 6, 20218Apr 6, 20218
Elena OrtizThe Peculiarity of the Idea of SuccessLudwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony is one of his most well-known works, especially for his inclusion of the well-known melody, ‘Ode to…Mar 22, 20211Mar 22, 20211
Elena OrtizHandel’s Messiah as it is Played Throughout TimeHandel’s Messiah is a traditional piece played within the month of December, when everyone is preparing for the holidays. This occurs so…Mar 1, 20211Mar 1, 20211
Elena OrtizThe Orpheus Myth as it Pertains to “Hadestown”The Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice is very popular tale amongst a wide audience. It is a myth that often acts as a symbol in much of…Feb 15, 20211Feb 15, 20211
Elena OrtizThe London Premiere of Tchaikovsky’s The NutcrackerWith many annual productions by multiple ballet companies and symphony orchestras, it is safe to say that The Nutcracker ballet and…Feb 1, 20211Feb 1, 20211
Elena OrtizWhen We Came Together in RequiemIn February of 2020, my high school choir and I were scheduled to travel up to Flagstaff to participate in Northern Arizona University’s…Jan 24, 20211Jan 24, 20211
