Composer

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Goffredo Petrassi

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1981 - 1982

Average_duration

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18:12

Sestina d'Autunno Veni Creator Igor is a choral work composed by Goffredo Petrassi in 1956. The piece was premiered on October 28, 1956, in Rome, Italy, by the Coro Polifonico di Roma, conducted by Bruno Maderna. The work is divided into six movements, each of which is based on a different stanza of the medieval hymn Veni Creator Spiritus. The first movement, "Veni Creator Spiritus," is a slow and solemn introduction that sets the tone for the rest of the work. The second movement, "Infirma nostri corporis," is a lively and rhythmic section that features complex polyphonic textures and intricate vocal lines. The third movement, "Accende lumen sensibus," is a more contemplative section that features a solo soprano voice and a gentle, flowing accompaniment. The fourth movement, "Veni, pater pauperum," is a powerful and dramatic section that features a full choir and a driving, rhythmic accompaniment. The fifth movement, "Tu septiformis munere," is a more subdued section that features a solo tenor voice and a simple, yet haunting accompaniment. The final movement, "Deo Patri sit gloria," is a triumphant and celebratory section that brings the work to a rousing conclusion. Throughout the work, Petrassi employs a wide range of choral techniques and textures, from dense polyphony to simple homophonic textures. He also makes use of a variety of vocal techniques, including sprechgesang (spoken singing) and extended vocal techniques such as glissandi and vocal trills. Overall, Sestina d'Autunno Veni Creator Igor is a complex and challenging work that showcases Petrassi's mastery of choral composition. Its intricate vocal lines, complex harmonies, and varied textures make it a rewarding and engaging piece for both performers and listeners alike.

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