Composer

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Petr Eben

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Average_duration

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6:29

'Okna for trumpet & organ: No. 4, Levi, the golden window' is a composition by Czech composer Petr Eben. It was composed in 1980 and premiered in the same year in Prague. The piece is part of a larger work called 'Okna' (Windows), which consists of five pieces for trumpet and organ, each inspired by a different stained glass window in the St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague. The fourth movement, Levi, the golden window, is inspired by the stained glass window depicting the tribe of Levi. The music is characterized by its bright and joyful tone, reflecting the golden hues of the window. The trumpet and organ are used to create a sense of celebration and triumph, with the trumpet playing fanfare-like melodies and the organ providing a rich harmonic backdrop. The piece is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section is marked by a lively trumpet melody, accompanied by a rhythmic organ part. The second section is more contemplative, with the trumpet playing a lyrical melody over a sustained organ chord. The final section returns to the celebratory mood of the opening, with the trumpet and organ playing in unison to create a grand and triumphant finale. Overall, 'Okna for trumpet & organ: No. 4, Levi, the golden window' is a vibrant and uplifting piece of music, reflecting the beauty and majesty of the stained glass window that inspired it.

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