Why La Folia
‘La Folia,’ an evocative piece of musical history, carries within its notes a profound reflection of the human experience. Passed down, it has been reimagined and embraced by countless musicians, each adding their unique flair to its melodic recipe. Its story tells us about the history of music, and maybe even something about ourselves.
For me, ‘La Folia’ ( within these 23 variations) speaks of the resilience to persist, the thrill of excitement, the courage to overcome, the weight of loss, the boundless ability to find joy, the surreal absurdity of life, the depths of sorrow, the fiery temperament of emotions, and the moments of self-discovery.
Recognizing repetition in La Folia, like the constant rhythm of life, might be something we resist, yet it remains an unbroken continuum, a reflection or mirror of what has transpired before. As the music’s volume steadily escalates, it creates a harmonious structure, building up in perfect balance and harmony.
I will be scaling this piece to my body length.
