Composer

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Ernst Krenek

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Lamentation

Compose Date

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1941 - 1942

Average_duration

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71:02

Movement_count

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9

Movement ....

Ernst Krenek's 'Lamentatio Jeremiae Prophetae for chorus, Op. 93' is a powerful and moving work that was composed in 1941. The piece was premiered in New York City in 1942, and it quickly became one of Krenek's most popular compositions. The work is divided into three movements, each of which is based on a different section of the biblical book of Lamentations. The first movement is a setting of the first chapter of the book, which describes the destruction of Jerusalem and the suffering of its people. The second movement is based on the second chapter, which laments the destruction of the temple and the loss of the people's religious identity. The final movement is a setting of the fifth chapter, which is a prayer for God's mercy and restoration. Krenek's 'Lamentatio Jeremiae Prophetae' is characterized by its intense emotional power and its use of dissonance and chromaticism. The work is written for a large chorus, and Krenek makes full use of the vocal range and capabilities of the singers. The music is often highly dramatic, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo that reflect the emotional intensity of the text. Despite its somber subject matter, 'Lamentatio Jeremiae Prophetae' is a deeply moving and beautiful work that has been widely performed and recorded. Its powerful message of hope and redemption in the face of suffering and loss continues to resonate with audiences today.

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