Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Compose Date

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1878 -
1879

Publication Date

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1983

Average_duration

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02:00

Franz Liszt's 'Chorales (12), S. 669a (LW A286b) (Deutsche Kirchenlieder und liturgische Gesänge)' is a collection of twelve chorale preludes for organ. The collection was composed in 1862 and premiered in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The twelve movements are based on German hymns and liturgical chants, and each movement is characterized by its unique harmonic language and virtuosic organ writing. The first movement, "Nun danket alle Gott," is a joyful and celebratory piece that features a lively melody and intricate pedal work. The second movement, "O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden," is a somber and introspective piece that features a haunting melody and rich harmonies. The third movement, "Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott," is a powerful and majestic piece that features a grandiose melody and bold harmonies. The fourth movement, "Herzlich tut mich verlangen," is a tender and introspective piece that features a delicate melody and gentle harmonies. The fifth movement, "Ach bleib mit deiner Gnade," is a peaceful and contemplative piece that features a serene melody and ethereal harmonies. The sixth movement, "Jesu, meine Freude," is a joyful and exuberant piece that features a lively melody and intricate counterpoint. The seventh movement, "O Gott, du frommer Gott," is a solemn and reverent piece that features a simple melody and rich harmonies. The eighth movement, "Vater unser im Himmelreich," is a prayerful and introspective piece that features a plaintive melody and gentle harmonies. The ninth movement, "Was Gott tut, das ist wohlgetan," is a confident and triumphant piece that features a bold melody and majestic harmonies. The tenth movement, "O Traurigkeit, o Herzeleid," is a mournful and introspective piece that features a haunting melody and rich harmonies. The eleventh movement, "Nun freut euch, lieben Christen g'mein," is a joyful and celebratory piece that features a lively melody and intricate counterpoint. The twelfth and final movement, "Wir glauben all an einen Gott," is a majestic and triumphant piece that features a grandiose melody and bold harmonies. Overall, Liszt's 'Chorales (12), S. 669a (LW A286b) (Deutsche Kirchenlieder und liturgische Gesänge)' is a masterful collection of organ music that showcases Liszt's virtuosic organ writing and unique harmonic language. Each movement is characterized by its own distinct mood and style, making the collection a diverse and engaging listening experience.

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