Between the Square and the Pentagram: Some Reflections on the Music and Architecture of the Old Ouro Preto

Ouro Preto's cultural heritage emerges from the interplay between its architecture and music, creating a unique legacy that reflects both national history and artistic evolution. The study reveals how the town's architectural transformations, marked by colonial Baroque and Rococo styles, paralleled the development of local musical practices during the 18th century. While the stylistic directions diverged, their complementary relationship fostered a distinct cultural identity preserved today. This interplay highlights the significance of Ouro Preto as a site where architecture and music coalesced to shape national society and history.

Fonseca, М. Flávio Chagas. (2024). Between the Square and the Pentagram: Some Reflections on the Music and Architecture of the Old Ouro Preto. Cuadernos Iberoamericanos, 12(1), 35–46. https://doi.org/10.46272/2409-3416-2024-12-1-35-46