Composer

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Felix Mendelssohn

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Motet

Compose Date

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Apr 5, 1847 - Jun 13, 1847

Publication Date

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1847 - 1847

Average_duration

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20:46

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Motets (3) for soloists & chorus, Op. 69 is a choral work composed by Felix Mendelssohn in 1847. The work was premiered on March 19, 1848, in Leipzig, Germany. The three movements of the motets are "Veni Domine," "Laudate Pueri," and "Drei geistliche Lieder." The first movement, "Veni Domine," is a setting of Psalm 69. It begins with a solo soprano singing the opening lines, followed by the choir joining in with a rich and full sound. The movement is characterized by its use of polyphonic textures, with the choir and soloists weaving in and out of each other's lines. The second movement, "Laudate Pueri," is a setting of Psalm 113. It begins with a lively and energetic choral introduction, followed by a solo soprano singing the first verse. The movement features a call-and-response structure, with the choir and soloists alternating lines and building to a powerful climax. The final movement, "Drei geistliche Lieder," is a setting of three German hymns. The first hymn, "Mitten wir im Leben sind," is a solemn and introspective piece, featuring a solo alto and choir. The second hymn, "O Haupt voll Blut und Wunden," is a setting of the famous Passion hymn, featuring a solo tenor and choir. The final hymn, "Es ist genug," is a peaceful and contemplative piece, featuring a solo bass and choir. Overall, Motets (3) for soloists & chorus, Op. 69 is a masterful choral work that showcases Mendelssohn's skill in writing for both soloists and choir. The work is characterized by its use of polyphonic textures, call-and-response structures, and powerful climaxes.

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