Resisting Time and Innovation: The Enduring Musical Heritage of Rexho Mulliqi and Nexhmije Pagarusha
Session
Modern Music, Digital Production and Management
Description
This scholarly paper, excerpted from an upcoming monograph, (that will be published and promoted on November 2023) celebrates the extraordinary lives and enduring legacies of two distinguished personalities: the composer R. Mulliqi and the singer N. Pagarusha. Their intertwined destinies weave a captivating narrative of love, music, and lasting influence, serving as a reminder that their journey was not merely a convergence of two exceptional talents, but a symphony of passion, dedication, and shared purpose. Through his musical oeuvre, composer R. Mulliqi remains a central figure—a pioneering professional and visionary composer of his time. He became a trailblazer across various musical genres, including vocal-instrumental, chamber music, and orchestral compositions within Kosovo's classical music landscape. The "innovative" spirit embedded in his works, crafted between the 1950s and 1980s, resonated beyond historical periods of classical tradition however, was perpetually nourished by an unwavering dedication to the Albanian musical heritage. On the other hand, fulfilling her interpretative passion, the diva singer N. Pagarusha made her gradual entry into the artistic scene in Kosovo since the 1950s. She embodied musical perfection through her voice, a celestial instrument that transcended eras, cultures, and hearts.
As we commemorate the 100th and 90th anniversaries of their birth, we celebrate not only their individual contributions but also the beautiful resonance of their lives interwoven with love and music, and acknowledge the resilience of their musical heritage in the face of contemporary trends and innovations of modern times.
Keywords:
Rexho Mulliqi, Nexhmije Pagarusha, Enduring legacies, Celebration, Musical heritage.
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-550-95-6
Location
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
Start Date
28-10-2023 8:00 AM
End Date
29-10-2023 6:00 PM
DOI
10.3107/ubt-ic.2023.22
Recommended Citation
Palokaj, Kristina, "Resisting Time and Innovation: The Enduring Musical Heritage of Rexho Mulliqi and Nexhmije Pagarusha" (2023). UBT International Conference. 8.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/IC/MDM/8
Resisting Time and Innovation: The Enduring Musical Heritage of Rexho Mulliqi and Nexhmije Pagarusha
UBT Kampus, Lipjan
This scholarly paper, excerpted from an upcoming monograph, (that will be published and promoted on November 2023) celebrates the extraordinary lives and enduring legacies of two distinguished personalities: the composer R. Mulliqi and the singer N. Pagarusha. Their intertwined destinies weave a captivating narrative of love, music, and lasting influence, serving as a reminder that their journey was not merely a convergence of two exceptional talents, but a symphony of passion, dedication, and shared purpose. Through his musical oeuvre, composer R. Mulliqi remains a central figure—a pioneering professional and visionary composer of his time. He became a trailblazer across various musical genres, including vocal-instrumental, chamber music, and orchestral compositions within Kosovo's classical music landscape. The "innovative" spirit embedded in his works, crafted between the 1950s and 1980s, resonated beyond historical periods of classical tradition however, was perpetually nourished by an unwavering dedication to the Albanian musical heritage. On the other hand, fulfilling her interpretative passion, the diva singer N. Pagarusha made her gradual entry into the artistic scene in Kosovo since the 1950s. She embodied musical perfection through her voice, a celestial instrument that transcended eras, cultures, and hearts.
As we commemorate the 100th and 90th anniversaries of their birth, we celebrate not only their individual contributions but also the beautiful resonance of their lives interwoven with love and music, and acknowledge the resilience of their musical heritage in the face of contemporary trends and innovations of modern times.