Composer

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Max Reger

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Publication Date

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1904

Average_duration

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19:41

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

Max Reger's 'Folk Songs (8) for chorus' is a collection of eight choral pieces that were composed in 1905. The premiere of the work took place on March 4, 1906, in Munich, Germany. The eight movements of the work are based on traditional German folk songs, and each movement is characterized by its unique melody, harmony, and rhythm. The first movement, "Es waren zwei Königskinder," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced melody and a driving rhythm. The second movement, "Es freit ein wilder Wassermann," is a haunting and mysterious piece that features a slow, mournful melody and a dark, brooding harmony. The third movement, "Es geht ein dunkle Wolk herein," is a somber and melancholy piece that features a slow, mournful melody and a simple, yet powerful harmony. The fourth movement, "Es waren zwei Königskinder," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced melody and a driving rhythm. The fifth movement, "Es fiel ein Reif in der Frühlingsnacht," is a delicate and ethereal piece that features a light, airy melody and a gentle, flowing rhythm. The sixth movement, "Es waren zwei Königskinder," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced melody and a driving rhythm. The seventh movement, "Es ist ein Schnitter, heißt der Tod," is a solemn and contemplative piece that features a slow, mournful melody and a simple, yet powerful harmony. The final movement, "Es waren zwei Königskinder," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast-paced melody and a driving rhythm. Overall, Max Reger's 'Folk Songs (8) for chorus' is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases the composer's skill at creating rich, complex harmonies and melodies. The work is a testament to the enduring power of traditional folk music and its ability to inspire and move listeners even in the modern era.

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