Composer

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Sigfrid Karg-Elert

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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4:00

Sigfrid Karg-Elert's 'Nun laßt uns Gott dem Herren' is a chorale improvisation for organ, Op. 65/31. It was composed in 1913 and premiered in the same year. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement begins with a simple statement of the chorale melody in the pedals. The melody is then taken up by the manuals, which add harmonies and embellishments. The movement builds to a climax before subsiding into a quiet coda. The second movement is a fugue based on the chorale melody. The subject is introduced in the pedals and then taken up by the manuals. The fugue is characterized by its lively rhythms and intricate counterpoint. The third movement is a toccata that begins with a virtuosic display of fingerwork in the manuals. The chorale melody is heard in the pedals, accompanied by rapid figurations in the manuals. The movement builds to a frenzied climax before ending with a triumphant statement of the chorale melody. Overall, 'Nun laßt uns Gott dem Herren' is a virtuosic showcase for the organist. Karg-Elert's use of harmonies, counterpoint, and rhythmic energy make this piece a thrilling addition to the organ repertoire.

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