Composer

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Kay Johannsen

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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2016

Average_duration

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08:03

'...so weit die Wolken gehen' is a choral work composed by Kay Johannsen, a German composer, conductor, and organist. The piece was composed in 2014 and premiered on November 9, 2014, at the St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Germany. The work is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical style. The first movement, titled "Wolken," is a slow and contemplative piece that features a lush choral texture and a soaring melody. The second movement, "Wind," is more rhythmic and energetic, with a driving pulse and intricate vocal lines. The final movement, "Sonne," is a joyful and celebratory piece that features a lively tempo and bright harmonies. One of the most striking characteristics of '...so weit die Wolken gehen' is its use of text. The piece is based on a poem by the German poet Rainer Maria Rilke, and Johannsen's setting of the text is both sensitive and imaginative. The music captures the mood and imagery of the poem, with soaring melodies and lush harmonies that evoke the beauty and mystery of nature. Overall, '...so weit die Wolken gehen' is a powerful and moving work that showcases Johannsen's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of choral music. Its premiere at the St. Thomas Church in Leipzig was a great success, and the piece has since been performed by choirs around the world.

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