Gluck

Gluck can refer to various concepts or individuals, but in a general context, it is often associated with Christoph Willibald Gluck, an 18th-century composer known for reforming opera. He aimed to make opera more expressive and accessible by emphasizing the relationship between music and the story. His works, such as "Orfeo ed Euridice," focused on clarity and emotional depth, moving away from the elaborate ornamentation typical of his time. Gluck's innovations laid the groundwork for modern opera, highlighting the importance of narrative and character in musical storytelling.