Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1860

Average_duration

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15:28

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Johannes Brahms composed his 'Choruses (4), Op. 17' in 1860. The work premiered in Leipzig on November 4, 1861, with the composer conducting. The four movements of the work are titled "Es tönt ein voller Harfenklang" (A full harp sound resounds), "Lass dich nur nichts nicht dauren mit Traurigen" (Do not let anything sadden you with sadness), "In stiller Nacht" (In silent night), and "Vom Gebirge Well auf Well" (From mountain to mountain wave upon wave). The first movement, "Es tönt ein voller Harfenklang," is a lively and joyful piece in 6/8 time. The text speaks of the beauty of music and its ability to bring people together. Brahms sets the text with a bright and energetic melody, featuring frequent changes in dynamics and tempo. The second movement, "Lass dich nur nichts nicht dauren mit Traurigen," is a slower and more contemplative piece in 4/4 time. The text encourages the listener to not be saddened by the troubles of the world, but to find joy in the present moment. Brahms sets the text with a simple and elegant melody, featuring rich harmonies and expressive dynamics. The third movement, "In stiller Nacht," is a gentle and peaceful piece in 3/4 time. The text speaks of the beauty of nature and the tranquility of the night. Brahms sets the text with a delicate and ethereal melody, featuring soft dynamics and subtle shifts in harmony. The fourth and final movement, "Vom Gebirge Well auf Well," is a lively and rhythmic piece in 2/4 time. The text speaks of the power and majesty of the mountains and the sea. Brahms sets the text with a bold and energetic melody, featuring frequent changes in tempo and dynamic contrast. Overall, Brahms' 'Choruses (4), Op. 17' is a masterful work of choral music, showcasing the composer's skill in setting text to music and creating a wide range of moods and emotions through his use of melody, harmony, and rhythm.

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