Baia - Lionel Beltrán-Cecilia

BAIA is a symphonic episode inspired by the submerged Italian city. Through its melodies and sound effects, the author aims to transport the audience to different moments, providing an aquatic perspective from the eyes of a restless and adventurous fish. This musical journey leads to the exploration of the city of Baia and its archaeological richness preserved beneath the marine depths, even across time. […In its time, Baia was an ancient Roman city that flourished during the 1st and 2nd centuries AD. It was a luxurious destination and a significant political and social centre in the Roman Empire. Renowned for its thermal baths, impressive architecture, and beautiful natural surroundings, the city became a popular retreat for Roman high society, including emperors, nobles, and artists. However, over the centuries, Baia was affected by volcanic activity and changes in the coastline, resulting in a significant portion of the city being submerged underwater. Today, the remains of Baia lie beneath the waters of the gulf, turning it into a fascinating underwater archaeological site…]
Recorded by:
Banda de Música da Força Aéra
Conductor: António Rosado
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