Composer

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Jacques van Oortmerssen

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Keyboard

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Chorale Prelude

Average_duration

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10:42

Movement_count

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5

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Jacques van Oortmerssen's 'Chorale Preludes (5)' is a collection of five pieces for organ, composed in 1990. The work was premiered by the composer himself at the Oude Kerk in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, on October 14, 1990. The first movement, 'Veni Creator Spiritus', is a contemplative and introspective piece that explores the full range of the organ. The second movement, 'Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland', is a lively and joyful piece that features a playful dialogue between the manuals and the pedals. The third movement, 'Herzlich tut mich verlangen', is a slow and meditative piece that features a simple and beautiful melody. The fourth movement, 'O Lamm Gottes, unschuldig', is a somber and mournful piece that explores the darker tonalities of the organ. The final movement, 'Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott', is a triumphant and celebratory piece that features a majestic and powerful melody. The piece builds to a grand climax, with the full power of the organ on display. Overall, 'Chorale Preludes (5)' is a masterful work that showcases the versatility and expressive range of the organ. The pieces are characterized by their beautiful melodies, intricate harmonies, and virtuosic flourishes. The work is a testament to Jacques van Oortmerssen's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the organ as an instrument.

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