Deconstructing Beauty

Explore the profound impact of art on culture, emotions, and human expression in this 16-minute TEDxInnsbruck talk by Arturo Fuentes. Delve into the ongoing challenge of recognizing art as a legitimate profession and its struggle for societal support. Discover how Fuentes, an Austrian-born Mexican composer with a diverse catalog of over 100 works, examines art's role in translating and reinterpreting our perceptions, experiences, and emotions into the language of music. Learn how engaging with art allows us to not only recognize our surroundings but actively participate in constructing and reinventing our reality. Gain insights into Fuentes' multifaceted career, including his ventures into scenography and directing music theater projects like the opera-monodrama Carlota (2018).