Camila Vazquez Marrero
Art and music convey feelings, stories, and moments, sharing them with the world for eternity. Here, I’ll talk about how each work of art I’ve chosen resonates with me and why. Connecting music with art can range from the most literal to the most metaphorical or indirect, which makes it fun and creative.
The Kiss by Gustav Klimt – Bésame mucho by Andrea Bocelli
I’ve always found “The kiss” so beautiful, elegant, and full of emotion. The way the couple embraces and shares a kiss is beautiful. Likewise, the song “Besame Mucho”, which literally translates to “Kiss Me a Lot” and is performed by Andrea Bocelli, conveys an elegance and a deep love that I can definitely see reflected in this painting. I think they’re perfect for each other: the soft, lively bolero instrumental goes perfectly with the background and the flowers at the couple’s feet, while Andrea Bocelli’s voice perfectly matches the emotion conveyed by the couple.
La Danse by Henry Matisse – Dancing Queen by ABBA
I find “La Danse” to be a very fluid painting, which made it somewhat difficult for me to find a song to pair with it, at first, I imagined a softer, more fluid song, but none of them seemed quite right. In the end, I settled on “Dancing Queen” by ABBA. Even though this song is very different from what I initially imagined, I think it’s perfect. The painting depicts women dancing freely, holding hands, representing freedom, unity, and social constraints, exactly what “Dancing Queen” is about.
The Scream by Edvard Munch – Running Up That Hill by Kate Bush
“The Scream” depicts the anguish, anxiety, and psychological pressures of modern life. On the other hand, “Running Up That Hill” is about the desire for a man and a woman to switch places so they can understand each other’s perspective in everyday life. The song connects well with this artwork because, aesthetically, I think they complement each other nicely. Furthermore, both address complex issues in society; although they don’t directly tackle the same topics, they convey a sense of despair and frustration in their own ways.
Starry Night by Van Gogh – Die with a Smile by Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars
“Starry Night” has always struck me as romantic in some way; it’s as if I were sitting on a mountain, looking out at the view of the town. “Die With a Smile” seems perfect for this piece because it’s a romantic song, full of emotion. Combining these two makes me imagine a scene where the couple is gazing at this landscape during their last night together.
L’étoile by Edgar Degas – Black Swan by BTS
“L’étoile” really makes me think about the feeling of being on stage and the beauty of doing what you love. BTS’s “Black Swan” is about when an artist is forced to stop creating and “dies” by abandoning their art. Although this connection may seem somewhat contradictory at first glance, as an artist, it makes sense to me. Art becomes a part of us; no matter how early or late you abandon your art, it’s something that will always be with you. This piece conveys a deep passion and love for dance on the part of the dancer, reminding us why we artists do what we do, while “Black Swan” conveys the deep fear of never being able to do what we love again.
What do you think about this matches? Do you agree or disagree and why?
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