Composer

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Naji Hakim

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Keyboard

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Keyboard

First Performance

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Jun 21, 1993

Average_duration

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7:54

Movement_count

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5

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'Mariales' is a composition for organ by the Lebanese-French composer Naji Hakim. It was composed in 1998 and premiered on May 16, 1999, at the Church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris, France. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which is inspired by a different aspect of the Virgin Mary. The first movement, titled "Ave Maria," is a gentle and contemplative piece that reflects the peaceful and serene nature of the Virgin Mary. The music is characterized by its use of soft, flowing melodies and gentle harmonies, which create a sense of calm and tranquility. The second movement, titled "Stabat Mater," is a more dramatic and intense piece that reflects the sorrow and pain of the Virgin Mary as she watched her son, Jesus, die on the cross. The music is characterized by its use of dissonant harmonies and jagged rhythms, which create a sense of tension and unease. The third and final movement, titled "Regina Coeli," is a joyful and celebratory piece that reflects the triumph of the Virgin Mary over death and sin. The music is characterized by its use of bright, lively melodies and energetic rhythms, which create a sense of exuberance and excitement. Overall, 'Mariales' is a beautiful and moving composition that showcases Naji Hakim's skill as a composer and his deep reverence for the Virgin Mary. The piece is a testament to the enduring power of religious music and its ability to inspire and uplift listeners of all faiths.

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