Composer

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Finnish Anonymous

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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before 1582

Average_duration

:

4:16

"Salve flos et decor" is a medieval hymn composed by an anonymous Finnish composer. The exact date of its composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written in the 14th century. The hymn is written in Latin and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The hymn has three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is slow and contemplative, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout. The second movement is more lively and upbeat, with a faster tempo and more complex harmonies. The third movement is a return to the slower, more contemplative style of the first movement, with a final repetition of the hymn's main melody. One of the most notable characteristics of "Salve flos et decor" is its use of polyphony, or multiple voices singing different melodies at the same time. This was a common technique in medieval music, and it gives the hymn a rich, layered sound. The hymn also features a number of melodic ornaments, such as trills and turns, which add to its complexity and beauty. "Salve flos et decor" was likely performed in churches and monasteries throughout medieval Finland. It remains an important piece of Finnish musical history, and is still performed and studied by musicians and scholars today.

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