Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Motet

Compose Date

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1871

Publication Date

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1871

Average_duration

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4:06

Franz Liszt's 'Ave verum corpus, S. 44' is a choral work composed in 1863. It was premiered in the same year in Weimar, Germany. The piece is a setting of the Latin hymn 'Ave verum corpus', which translates to 'Hail, true body'. The work is divided into three movements. The first movement is marked 'Andante', and it begins with a simple and serene melody sung by the choir. The melody is then taken up by the organ, which provides a gentle accompaniment to the choir. The movement is characterized by its peaceful and contemplative mood. The second movement is marked 'Allegro', and it is more lively and energetic than the first. The choir sings a more complex melody, which is accompanied by the organ and punctuated by occasional bursts of brass and percussion. The movement is characterized by its joyful and celebratory mood. The third and final movement is marked 'Adagio', and it returns to the peaceful and contemplative mood of the first movement. The choir sings a simple and beautiful melody, which is accompanied by the organ. The movement gradually builds in intensity, with the choir and organ reaching a powerful climax before fading away to a peaceful conclusion. Overall, 'Ave verum corpus, S. 44' is a beautiful and moving choral work that showcases Liszt's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its peaceful and contemplative mood, as well as its joyful and celebratory moments. It is a testament to the enduring power of the Latin hymn, and it remains a beloved work in the choral repertoire to this day.

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