Marta Almajano facts for kids
Marta Almajano is a talented Spanish singer, known as a soprano. She was born in Zaragoza, Spain.
Marta is famous for her beautiful voice and for helping to bring back old Spanish music, especially from the Baroque period. The Baroque period was a time in history, roughly from 1600 to 1750, when music, art, and architecture were very grand and decorative.
From 1987 to 2004, Marta was a key member of a music group called Al Ayre Español. With this group, she helped perform and record many old Spanish operas, called zarzuelas. Some of these include "Tetis y Peleo" by Juán de Roldan, "Acis y Galatea" by Antonio de Literes, and "Viento es la dicha de Amor" by José de Nebra. These zarzuelas are like plays with singing, popular in Spain.
Today, Marta Almajano shares her knowledge and passion for music by teaching singing. She is a professor at the Escuela Superior de Música de Cataluña, a music school located in Barcelona.
Marta Almajano's Music Recordings
Marta Almajano has recorded many albums, both as a solo artist and with different music groups. Her recordings often feature music from the Baroque era and Spanish Romantic songs.
Solo Albums
As a solo artist, Marta has recorded albums that showcase her voice with different instruments.
- Spanish Romantic Songs: One album, "Del Amor... La canción romántica española," features romantic Spanish songs from the 1800s. On this album, she sings with a piano.
- Italian Baroque Music: She also recorded "Per un bacio," which includes vocal music from 17th-century Italy. For this album, she worked with musicians who play instruments like the lute and viola da gamba.
- Spanish Baroque Songs: Marta has recorded albums dedicated to Spanish songs from the 1600s and 1700s. These include "¡Ay, dulce pena!" and "Ay Amor," which feature a type of Spanish song called "tonos humanos" and arias from Baroque zarzuelas.
- Music from Different Eras: She has also explored music from the time of famous Spanish painters like Goya and Velazquez, bringing old songs back to life.
Recordings with Music Groups
Marta Almajano has collaborated with many ensembles, helping to record important historical music.
- With Al Ayre Español: She recorded several zarzuelas and cantatas with Al Ayre Español, including "Júpiter y Semele" and "Acis y Galatea" by Antonio Literes. They also recorded "Miserere" by José de Nebra.
- Other Collaborations: Marta has also worked with groups like Ensemble Baroque de Limoges and La Real Cámara, performing works by composers such as Heinrich Biber and Juan de Araujo. These recordings often feature Baroque music from different parts of Europe.
See also
In Spanish: Marta Almajano para niños
