Composer

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Jack Gottlieb

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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3:01

'Kaddish Shalem Hassidic Kaddish' is a choral work composed by Jack Gottlieb in 1975. The piece was premiered on May 4, 1975, at the Park Avenue Synagogue in New York City. The composition is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, titled "Kaddish Shalem," is a setting of the traditional Kaddish prayer. The music is characterized by a slow, mournful melody that is sung by the choir in unison. The text of the prayer is sung in Hebrew, and the music is accompanied by a simple piano accompaniment. The movement builds in intensity as it progresses, with the choir singing in harmony and the piano playing more complex chords. The second movement, titled "Hassidic Kaddish," is a setting of a Hassidic melody. The music is characterized by a lively, dance-like rhythm that is accompanied by a piano and percussion. The choir sings the melody in Hebrew, and the music is punctuated by rhythmic clapping and stomping. The movement is joyful and celebratory, in contrast to the mournful tone of the first movement. The third movement, titled "Shir Hama'alot," is a setting of Psalm 126. The music is characterized by a flowing, melodic line that is sung by the choir in harmony. The text of the psalm is sung in Hebrew, and the music is accompanied by a piano and percussion. The movement builds in intensity as it progresses, with the choir singing in harmony and the piano playing more complex chords. Overall, 'Kaddish Shalem Hassidic Kaddish' is a powerful and moving choral work that combines traditional Jewish music with contemporary compositional techniques. The piece is a testament to Gottlieb's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of Jewish musical traditions.

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