Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1895 - 1896

Average_duration

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17:53

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Sergey Rachmaninov's 'Choruses (6), Op. 15' is a collection of six choral pieces composed between 1895 and 1896. The work was premiered in Moscow in 1896, with Rachmaninov himself conducting the choir. The six movements are titled 'Bogoroditse Devo', 'Slava v vyshnikh Bogu', 'Blagoslovi, dushe moya, Ghospoda', 'Khvalite imya Ghospodne', 'Blazhen muzh', and 'Svete tihiy'. The first movement, 'Bogoroditse Devo', is a hymn to the Virgin Mary and is characterized by its gentle, flowing melody and rich harmonies. The second movement, 'Slava v vyshnikh Bogu', is a triumphant hymn of praise to God, with a powerful opening fanfare and a lively, energetic tempo. The third movement, 'Blagoslovi, dushe moya, Ghospoda', is a prayer for God's blessing, with a hauntingly beautiful melody and a sense of quiet reverence. The fourth movement, 'Khvalite imya Ghospodne', is a joyful hymn of praise, with a lively, dance-like rhythm and a sense of exuberance. The fifth movement, 'Blazhen muzh', is a setting of Psalm 1, with a contemplative, introspective melody and a sense of quiet reflection. The final movement, 'Svete tihiy', is a prayer for peace, with a gentle, soothing melody and a sense of calm. Overall, Rachmaninov's 'Choruses (6), Op. 15' is a masterful work of choral music, showcasing the composer's skill in creating rich harmonies, beautiful melodies, and a sense of emotional depth and complexity. The work is a testament to Rachmaninov's ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally moving, and it remains a beloved piece of choral music to this day.

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