Joan Aulí facts for kids

Joan Aulí (born December 19, 1796 – died January 10, 1869) was a talented Spanish musician. He was famous for playing the organ and writing music.

He was born in Felanitx, a town on the island of Majorca. Joan showed great musical talent from a young age. By 1814, he was already an organist when he joined the Dominican Order, a group of religious people.

A Musician's Journey

In 1823, many religious buildings in Spain were closed down. Joan had to travel around Spain for a few months. Later that year, he was allowed to return to Majorca.

Studying and Performing

In 1825, Joan went to Madrid to finish his studies in theology. While there, he played the organ at the Church of Our Lady of Atocha. He even met King Ferdinand VII, the ruler of Spain at the time.

By 1828, Joan returned to Majorca. He became very active in music at the Santo Domingo convent. He spent his time playing and composing.

Life Changes and New Beginnings

In 1835, a new law called the Mendizábal law was passed. This law forced Joan to leave his religious order and his home in Majorca. Soon after, he became an organist in Gibraltar.

In 1836, Joan came back to the Balearic Isles and settled in Felanitx. He spent the rest of his life writing music. He also played the organ sometimes and even put on his own operas in local theaters.

Joan Aulí's Music

Joan Aulí wrote many different kinds of music. His Misa de coro (Choir Mass) is known for its serious and religious style. He also wrote operas, but only parts of them, like Norma and La doncella de Misolongi, still exist today.

Main Musical Works

Here are some of the musical pieces Joan Aulí created:

• Church Music:
  • Misa de coro (Choir Mass)
  • Missa del Santísimo Sacramento (Mass of the Blessed Sacrament)
  • Te Deum (a hymn of praise)
  • Stabat Mater (a hymn about Mary)
• Hymns:
  • Hymns for San Pedro (Saint Peter)
  • Hymns for Inmaculada Concepción (Immaculate Conception)
  • Hymns for San Juan Bautista (Saint John the Baptist)
  • Hymns for Beata Catalina Thomàs (Blessed Catalina Thomàs)
• Stage Works (Operas and Plays):
  • La doncella de Misolongi (The Maiden of Missolonghi)
  • Norma
  • El Sepultero (The Gravedigger)
  • Grecia (Greece)
• Piano Works:
  • Vals (Waltz)
  • Rigodón (Rigadoon)
  • Pasodoble
  • Variaciones in B-flat (Variations in B-flat)

See also

In Spanish: Juan Aulí para niños