Composer

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Hugo Distler

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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1:45

"Ich brach drei dürre Reiselein" is a choral work composed by Hugo Distler in 1933. It premiered in the same year in Berlin, Germany. The piece is part of Distler's larger work, "Choralpassion," which is a collection of choral pieces based on the Passion of Christ. "Ich brach drei dürre Reiselein" is a three-movement piece that is based on a German folk song. The first movement is a slow and mournful setting of the text, which describes the breaking of three dry twigs. The second movement is a faster and more rhythmic setting of the same text, which describes the gathering of the twigs. The final movement is a triumphant setting of the text, which describes the use of the twigs to build a fire. The piece is characterized by its use of dissonance and chromaticism, which create a sense of tension and unease. The choral parts are often divided into multiple voices, which creates a complex and rich texture. The piece also features a prominent organ part, which adds to the overall sense of drama and intensity. "Ich brach drei dürre Reiselein" is a powerful and emotional work that showcases Distler's skill as a composer. It is a testament to his ability to create music that is both technically complex and emotionally resonant.

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