Composer

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Dietrich Buxtehude

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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ca. 1690

Average_duration

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8:36

Dietrich Buxtehude's 'Jubilate Domino, omnis terra, BuxWV 64' is a sacred choral work composed in the Baroque era. The piece was likely composed in the late 17th century, during Buxtehude's tenure as the organist at the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany. 'Jubilate Domino, omnis terra' is a multi-movement work, consisting of six sections. The piece begins with a lively and joyful choral setting of the text "Jubilate Domino, omnis terra" ("Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth"), which is followed by a solo aria for soprano. The third movement is a duet for alto and tenor, which is followed by a bass solo. The fifth movement is a choral setting of the text "Gloria Patri et Filio et Spiritui Sancto" ("Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit"), and the final movement is a fugue for the full choir. The characteristics of 'Jubilate Domino, omnis terra' reflect the Baroque style of the time. The piece features intricate counterpoint, with each voice part weaving in and out of the others. The use of solo voices and duets adds variety to the work, and the choral sections are often accompanied by a continuo of organ and bass instruments. The text is set in a clear and expressive manner, with the music reflecting the meaning of the words. 'Jubilate Domino, omnis terra' premiered in the context of a church service, likely at the Marienkirche in Lübeck. The piece would have been performed by the church choir, with Buxtehude himself likely playing the organ accompaniment. Today, the work is still performed in sacred and concert settings, and is considered a masterpiece of the Baroque choral repertoire.

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