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Daniel Roth

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Final Te Deum is a choral work composed by Daniel Roth, a French organist and composer, in 2014. The piece was premiered on November 9, 2014, at the Cathedral of Notre-Dame de Paris, France, during the commemoration of the 100th anniversary of the beginning of World War I. The work is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, marked "Moderato," begins with a solemn and majestic organ introduction, followed by the entrance of the choir singing the words "Te Deum laudamus" (We praise thee, O God). The music builds in intensity as the choir and organ alternate in a call-and-response style, leading to a powerful climax. The second movement, marked "Andante," is a more reflective and introspective section. The choir sings the words "Te ergo quaesumus" (We therefore pray thee) in a gentle and prayerful manner, accompanied by a soft organ accompaniment. The music gradually builds in intensity, leading to a dramatic climax before subsiding into a peaceful and serene conclusion. The final movement, marked "Allegro," is a joyful and triumphant section. The choir sings the words "In te, Domine, speravi" (In thee, O Lord, have I trusted) in a lively and energetic manner, accompanied by a lively organ accompaniment. The music builds to a grand and celebratory conclusion, with the choir and organ combining in a powerful and majestic finale. Overall, Final Te Deum is a powerful and moving choral work that showcases Daniel Roth's skill as both a composer and an organist. The piece is characterized by its grandeur, majesty, and emotional depth, and is a fitting tribute to the memory of those who fought and died in World War I.

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