Abstract
This article aims to highlight the expressive devices through which composer Sabin Păutza brings to light the deep and savoury poems crafted by soprano Adina Covaci, in a cycle of songs of great worth in the repertoire of the genre. The cantabile quality of the themes, the emphasis on certain lyrics given through the contour of the melodic arch, the piano accompaniment supporting the solo voice and the metric or rhythmic diversity are elements that reveal the creative act of a composer whose versatility is reflected in the contents of his music.

Keywords: Sabin Păutza, Adina Covaci, song cycle, A Drop of Light…

About the author
An alumna of the National University of Music Bucharest with a degree in Music Pedagogy, Francisca-Loredana Paidac currently teaches Music Theory at the ”Ion Vidu” Art High School in Timişoara. She holds a master’s degree in Interpretive Stylistics – Choral Conducting from the West University of Timişoara and is further advancing her academic qualifications through doctoral studies at the Faculty of Music and Theatre at the same renowned institution.
Throughout her career, Francisca-Loredana Paidac has been actively involved as both a performer and conductor in a variety of chamber vocal ensembles. Her research endeavours are showcased through the publication of articles within the fields of musicology and music pedagogy. Additionally, she has participated with scientific papers in national and international conferences and symposia, such as the International Festival "Meridian" (2023), the International Scientific Conference of AMTAP "The Artistic Education – Cultural Dimensions" (2013), and the National Symposium "Days of the Timișoara Musical School" (2022). Her dedication to musical culture is further reflected in her review of the International Festival-Competition ”Remus Georgescu”, which was published in the November 2023 issue (No. 11) of the ”Actualitatea Muzicală” magazine.
Francisca-Loredana Paidac’s academic interests center on the comprehensive analysis of specific techniques of musical expression and the evolving artistic directions inherent in cultivated music from the 20th century to the present.

DOI: 10.47809/MP.2023.38.02.05

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