THE VOCAL CYCLE “MACHINES AGRICOLES” AS A MANIFESTATION OF DARIUS MILHAUD’S CREATIVE CREDO

Year 2024, Volume: 7 Issue: 3, 147 - 177, 23.09.2024

Valeriya Zharkova , Oleksandr Zharkov , Yunan Shang

https://doi.org/10.51576/ymd.1519103

Abstract

ABSTRACT
The purpose of this study was to identify the key aspects of Darius Milhaud’s creative credo through the lens of the vocal cycle “Machines agricoles”. The musical elements in the vocal cycle were investigated to analyse its composition. The study of Darius Milhaud’s work, including his vocal compositions, revealed the influence of historical events, cultural and social trends on his music, considering the context of the time. The study also covered the unique features of Milhaud’s creative style in this particular vocal cycle. Additionally, the socio-cultural aspects of the period were highlighted. The analysis of the vocal cycle “Machines agricoles” underscored its significance in the artistic context. Therewith, issues that cause differences in its interpretation were identified. Reflecting the interaction with the cultural context and personal feelings, this cycle is not only a piece of music, but the embodiment of a new understanding of human and nature. The analysis of the composition and aesthetic aspects of this cycle revealed the profound significance of Milhaud’s creative principle. This study opened new perspectives for understanding Milhaud’s creative legacy and contributed to a broader understanding of the art and cultural context of the time. The study of the vocal cycle “Machines agricoles” by D. Milhaud helped to expand the understanding of the composer’s creative heritage and his approach to composition. The study highlights Darius Milhaud’s unique musical techniques in vocal cycles, offering insights into his creative process. It underscores Milhaud’s significance in 20th-century music and his impact on musical culture.

Keywords

20th-century French music, musical language, poetic context, composer, vocal cycle, Darius Milhaud, “Machines agricoles”, style

DARIUS MILHAUD’NUN YARATICI İNANCININ BİR TEZAHÜRÜ OLARAK “MACHINES AGRICOLES” VOKAL DÖNGÜSÜ

Abstract

ÖZ
Bu çalışmanın amacı, Darius Milhaud'un “Machines agricoles” vokal döngüsü merceğinden yaratıcı inancının temel yönlerini belirlemekti. Vokal döngüsündeki müzikal unsurlar bestesini analiz etmek için incelendi. Darius Milhaud'un vokal besteleri de dahil olmak üzere eserlerinin incelenmesi, tarihî olayların, kültürel ve sosyal eğilimlerin müziği üzerindeki etkisini zamanın bağlamında ortaya koydu. Çalışma ayrıca Milhaud'un bu belirli vokal döngüsündeki yaratıcı tarzının benzersiz özelliklerini de ele aldı. Ek olarak, dönemin sosyo-kültürel yönleri vurgulandı. “Machines agricoles” vokal döngüsünün analizi, sanatsal bağlamdaki önemini vurguladı. Ayrıca, yorum farklılıklarına neden olan konular belirlendi. Kültürel bağlam ve kişisel duygularla etkileşimi yansıtan bu döngü, sadece bir müzik parçası değil, insan ve doğaya dair yeni bir anlayışın somutlaşmış halidir. Bu döngünün kompozisyon ve estetik yönlerinin analizi, Milhaud'un yaratıcı ilkesinin derin anlamını ortaya koydu. Bu çalışma, Milhaud'un yaratıcı mirasını anlamak için yeni perspektifler açtı ve dönemin sanat ve kültürel bağlamının daha geniş bir anlayışına katkıda bulundu. D. Milhaud'un “Machines agricoles” vokal döngüsünün incelenmesi, bestecinin yaratıcı mirasını ve besteleme yaklaşımını anlamayı genişletti. Çalışma, Darius Milhaud'un vokal döngülerindeki benzersiz müzikal tekniklerini vurgulayarak, yaratıcı sürecine dair içgörüler sundu. Bu, Milhaud'un 20. yüzyıl müziğindeki önemini ve müzik kültürü üzerindeki etkisini vurgulamaktadır.

Keywords

20. yüzyıl Fransız müziği, müzikal dil, şiirsel bağlam, besteci, vokal döngüsü, Darius Milhaud, “Machines agricoles”, stil

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