Composer

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Carl J. Nygard, Jr.

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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4:18

'God So Loved the World' is a choral work composed by Carl J. Nygard, Jr. The piece was composed in 1982 and premiered in the same year. It is a four-movement work that is characterized by its use of traditional choral techniques and its incorporation of contemporary harmonies. The first movement of the piece is titled "God So Loved the World" and is based on the biblical passage from John 3:16. The movement begins with a simple melody sung by the choir, which is then repeated and developed throughout the movement. The harmonies are simple and traditional, with occasional dissonances that add interest and depth to the piece. The second movement, "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded," is a setting of the traditional hymn. The choir sings the melody in unison, with occasional harmonies added for emphasis. The harmonies are more complex than in the first movement, with frequent use of suspensions and other dissonances. The third movement, "Were You There," is another setting of a traditional hymn. The choir sings the melody in unison, with occasional harmonies added for emphasis. The harmonies are more complex than in the previous movements, with frequent use of chromaticism and other contemporary techniques. The final movement, "Christ the Lord Is Risen Today," is a setting of the traditional Easter hymn. The choir sings the melody in unison, with occasional harmonies added for emphasis. The harmonies are more complex than in the previous movements, with frequent use of modulations and other contemporary techniques. Overall, 'God So Loved the World' is a beautiful and moving choral work that combines traditional choral techniques with contemporary harmonies. The piece is well-suited for church choirs and other vocal ensembles looking for a challenging and rewarding choral work.

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