Composer

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Camille Saint-Saëns

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1882

Average_duration

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5:41

Movement_count

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2

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Camille Saint-Saëns composed his 'Choruses (2) for chorus with piano ad lib, Op. 68' in 1895. The piece was premiered on May 12, 1895, at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, with the composer conducting. The two movements of the piece are titled "Les Fleurs et les Arbres" (The Flowers and the Trees) and "Les Étincelles" (The Sparks). The first movement, "Les Fleurs et les Arbres," is a setting of a poem by Victor Hugo. The music is characterized by lush harmonies and a flowing melody that evokes the beauty of nature. The chorus sings of the flowers and trees, describing their colors and fragrances. The piano provides a delicate accompaniment, adding to the overall sense of tranquility and serenity. The second movement, "Les Étincelles," is a setting of a poem by Théodore de Banville. The music is much more lively and energetic than the first movement, with a fast-paced piano accompaniment and a rhythmic choral melody. The text describes sparks flying from a fire, and the music captures this sense of movement and excitement. Overall, Saint-Saëns' 'Choruses (2) for chorus with piano ad lib, Op. 68' is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases the composer's skill in writing for both choir and piano. The two movements are quite different in character, but both are united by their lyrical melodies and rich harmonies. The piece remains a popular choice for choral performances to this day.

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