Composer

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Peter Warlock

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1922

Average_duration

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1:28

'Good Ale' is a choral work composed by Peter Warlock in 1929. The piece was premiered in the same year by the Leith Hill Musical Festival in Dorking, Surrey, England. The work is a setting of a traditional English folk song, which Warlock arranged for four-part choir and piano accompaniment. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is marked 'Allegro vivace' and is a lively and energetic setting of the folk song. The second movement, marked 'Andante con moto', is a more reflective and melancholic setting of the same melody. The final movement, marked 'Allegro vivace', returns to the lively and energetic character of the first movement, bringing the piece to a rousing conclusion. Warlock's arrangement of the folk song is characterized by his use of rich harmonies and colorful textures. The piano accompaniment is particularly notable for its use of syncopated rhythms and driving bass lines, which give the piece a lively and rhythmic feel. The choral writing is also notable for its use of close harmonies and overlapping vocal lines, which create a rich and complex sound. Overall, 'Good Ale' is a lively and engaging choral work that showcases Warlock's skill as an arranger and composer. Its use of traditional folk melodies and colorful harmonies make it a popular choice for choirs and audiences alike.

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