Composer

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Jehan Alain

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Ave Maria

Compose Date

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1937

Publication Date

:

1996

First Performance

:

Mar 23, 1941

Average_duration

:

2:55

'Ave Maria, JA 95a' is a choral work composed by Jehan Alain, a French composer and organist, in 1937. The piece was premiered in the same year in Paris, France. The work is divided into two movements. The first movement is a setting of the traditional Latin text of the Ave Maria, while the second movement is a setting of the French text of the same prayer. The first movement begins with a simple and serene melody sung by the choir. The organ then enters with a gentle accompaniment, creating a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere. The choir and organ continue to alternate throughout the movement, with the choir singing the text in unison and the organ providing a delicate and supportive accompaniment. The movement ends with a quiet and peaceful resolution. The second movement begins with a solo soprano singing the French text of the Ave Maria. The choir then enters with a more complex and harmonically rich setting of the text. The organ provides a more prominent accompaniment in this movement, with a more active and virtuosic part. The movement builds to a climax before resolving into a peaceful and serene ending. Overall, 'Ave Maria, JA 95a' is a beautiful and contemplative choral work that showcases Alain's skill as a composer and organist. The piece is characterized by its simplicity, serenity, and delicate beauty, making it a popular choice for choral performances and religious services.

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