Lindero's Blog

Central Artist: Randol Corsen In this curated playlist, we explore the music of Curaçaoan artist Randal Corsen, a talented pianist, composer, and arranger born on August 13th, 1972. A descendant of the renowned Joseph Sickman Corsen, Randal began his piano studies at the age of nine and later attended the Brabant Conservatory in Tilburg, Netherlands. He has performed internationally and taught at various conservatories in the Netherlands. His compositions and arrangements blend Latin jazz with classical and Antillean themes. Each piece in this playlist was either composed by or in collaboration with Corsen. Playlist Katibu di Shon  The first piece in the playlist is Katibu di Shon , the first Papiamentu opera for which Randal Corsen composed the music. The opera portrays a love triangle between a slave owner, a male slave, and their shared love for a female slave, set during the 1795 slave revolt in Curaçao. The libretto, written by Carel de Haseth, was based on his 1988 novel and ...

  Central Artist:  Joseph Bologne  Welcome! My name is Lindero Hanna, and this is my blog about my selected artist, Joseph Bologne. Known as the Chevalier de Saint-Georges, he was a remarkable 18th-century composer, violinist, and conductor who made significant contributions to classical music. Born in Guadeloupe in 1745, Bolog ne became one of the first classical composers of African descent in Europe, breaking barriers in a time of great social inequality. His music blends influences from French, Italian, and African traditions, showcasing his talent and versatility as a composer. Bologne's compositions include symphonies, concertos, and operas, which reflect his innovative style and mastery of the violin. In this blog, I will explore his life, musical achievements, and the lasting impact he has had on the world of classical music. 1. Opera l'Ernestine  This is tale of star-crossed lovers who must sacrifice for one another to gain their ultimate bliss; the Scena is...