Composer

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Carl Heinrich Graun

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:51

'Lasset und freuen und fröhlich sein' is a sacred cantata composed by Carl Heinrich Graun, a German composer of the Baroque era. The cantata was composed in the mid-18th century and premiered in Berlin in 1755. It is a work for four soloists, choir, and orchestra. The cantata consists of three movements. The first movement is an opening chorus, which is joyful and celebratory in character. The choir sings the text "Lasset und freuen und fröhlich sein" (Let us rejoice and be glad) in a lively and rhythmic manner. The orchestra provides a lively accompaniment, with trumpets and drums adding to the festive atmosphere. The second movement is a duet for soprano and alto soloists. The text is a dialogue between the two soloists, with the soprano singing "Ich will dich lieben" (I will love you) and the alto responding with "Ich will dich preisen" (I will praise you). The music is tender and expressive, with the soloists singing in a gentle and intimate manner. The final movement is a chorale, with the choir singing the text "Nun danket alle Gott" (Now thank we all our God). The music is majestic and triumphant, with the choir and orchestra combining to create a powerful and uplifting sound. Overall, 'Lasset und freuen und fröhlich sein' is a joyful and celebratory work, with Graun's music capturing the exuberance and optimism of the Baroque era. The cantata is notable for its lively rhythms, expressive melodies, and rich orchestration, and remains a popular work in the choral repertoire.

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