Composer

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Alessandro Nini

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Requiem

Average_duration

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10:59

Ingemisco is a solo tenor aria composed by Alessandro Nini as a part of the Requiem for Rossini. The Requiem was commissioned by the Italian government to commemorate the death of Gioachino Rossini, a prominent Italian composer, in 1868. Nini was one of thirteen composers who contributed to the Requiem, which was performed in the church of San Petronio in Bologna on November 13, 1869. Ingemisco is the sixth movement of the Requiem and is based on the Latin text of the same name, which translates to "I weep." The aria is written for solo tenor accompanied by a full orchestra and choir. The piece begins with a mournful melody played by the orchestra, which sets the somber tone for the tenor's entrance. The tenor then sings a plaintive melody, expressing his sorrow and fear of judgment in the afterlife. The aria is characterized by its dramatic and emotional intensity, which is conveyed through the use of dynamic contrasts and expressive phrasing. The orchestration is also notable for its use of brass and percussion, which add to the grandeur and power of the piece. Ingemisco has become one of the most well-known and beloved movements of the Requiem for Rossini, and is often performed as a standalone piece in concert settings. Its haunting melody and poignant lyrics continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless masterpiece of choral music.

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