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Review of RN Documentary: The Story of the Carmina Burana


Michael Johnson

Posted on December 28, 2005 at 10:13 PM

This well-known composition is revealed in generous detail by Radio Netherland's The Story of the Carmina Burana?. For many the opening of the composition evokes images of slow motion horse-backed warriors flaying away with engraved broad swords.

Here, Carl Orff's Carmina Burana is explored and explained both socially, and musically. A bit technical at times, but an enjoyable ride all the same.

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  • Summary: Its got to be one of the most recognizable pieces of music we know, spanning classical and pop cultures, yet not many people would recognize the Carmina Burana as a collaboration between youngsters in the 12th century and a German composer of the 20th century.

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