Composer

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1885

Average_duration

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3:19

"I, a blessed one, choose" is a choral work composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky in 1884. The piece was premiered on November 1, 1884, in Moscow, Russia, by the Russian Choral Society. The work is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, marked "Andante," is a solemn and introspective meditation on the nature of faith and the role of the individual in the divine plan. The second movement, marked "Allegro," is a lively and joyful celebration of the blessings of life and the power of love. The final movement, marked "Moderato," is a quiet and contemplative reflection on the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The text of "I, a blessed one, choose" is taken from a poem by the Russian writer Aleksey Koltsov. The poem speaks of the joys and sorrows of life, the beauty of nature, and the power of faith to sustain us through difficult times. Tchaikovsky's setting of the text is characterized by its rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and sensitive treatment of the text. Overall, "I, a blessed one, choose" is a deeply spiritual work that reflects Tchaikovsky's own struggles with faith and his belief in the power of music to express the deepest emotions of the human soul. Its premiere was a great success, and the work has since become a beloved part of the choral repertoire.

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