Jaime Balius facts for kids
Jaume Balius i Vila (born in Barcelona in 1750, died in Córdoba in 1822), also known by his Spanish name Jaime Balius y Vila, was a talented classical composer from Catalonia, Spain. He created beautiful music during a time when classical music was very popular.
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Who Was Jaume Balius?
Jaume Balius was a musician who lived a long time ago, in the late 1700s and early 1800s. He was born in Barcelona, a big city in Spain, and later moved to Córdoba, another important Spanish city. As a composer, he wrote musical pieces that were performed by orchestras and singers.
What is a Classical Composer?
A classical composer is someone who writes music, usually for instruments like violins, flutes, and pianos, or for singers. This music often follows certain rules about harmony and structure, which makes it sound grand and organized. Composers like Jaume Balius helped shape the music we still enjoy today.
His Musical Works
Jaume Balius wrote many pieces of music during his life. One of his known works is titled Adonde infiel dragón. This piece has been recorded and performed by modern musicians, helping us to remember his talent.
Recordings of His Music
One notable recording features Adonde infiel dragón. It was performed by the Baroque Orchestra of Seville, with Vanni Moretto as the director and María Hinojosa as the soprano singer. This recording is part of a collection called Música para la Catedral de Córdoba en el ocaso del clasicismo, which means "Music for the Cathedral of Córdoba at the end of classicism." It shows how his music was important for the church in Córdoba during his time.
See also
In Spanish: Jaime Balius y Vila para niños
