Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Magnificat

Compose Date

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Sep 25, 1816

Average_duration

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9:05

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Franz Schubert's Magnificat in C major, D. 486, is a sacred choral work composed in 1816. It was premiered in Vienna in 1825, nine years after its composition. The Magnificat is a hymn of praise to the Virgin Mary, and Schubert's setting of it is a testament to his skill as a composer of sacred music. The Magnificat in C major, D. 486, is divided into seven movements, each of which sets a different section of the Magnificat text. The first movement, "Magnificat anima mea Dominum," is a joyful and exuberant setting of the opening lines of the hymn. The second movement, "Et exultavit spiritus meus," is a more subdued and introspective setting of the next section of the text. The third movement, "Quia respexit humilitatem ancillae suae," is a gentle and tender setting of the text, with a solo soprano voice taking the lead. The fourth movement, "Omnes generationes," is a lively and energetic setting of the text, with the choir and orchestra working together to create a sense of celebration and joy. The fifth movement, "Quia fecit mihi magna," is a more contemplative setting of the text, with the choir and orchestra working together to create a sense of awe and wonder. The sixth movement, "Et misericordia," is a gentle and tender setting of the text, with the choir and orchestra working together to create a sense of compassion and empathy. The final movement, "Gloria Patri," is a triumphant and joyful setting of the closing lines of the hymn, with the choir and orchestra working together to create a sense of exaltation and praise. Schubert's Magnificat in C major, D. 486, is characterized by its beautiful melodies, rich harmonies, and skillful use of choral and orchestral textures. It is a testament to Schubert's skill as a composer of sacred music, and remains a beloved work in the choral repertoire to this day.

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