Composer

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Alberto Ginastera

Genre

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Orchestral

Style

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Orchestral

Compose Date

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1980

Average_duration

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11:16

Movement_count

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3

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Iubilum, Op. 51 is a choral work composed by Argentine composer Alberto Ginastera in 1963. The piece was commissioned by the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, USA, to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the university's founding. The premiere of Iubilum took place on May 18, 1963, at the university's commencement ceremony, where it was performed by the Notre Dame Glee Club and Symphony Orchestra under the direction of conductor Andrew Raeburn. Iubilum is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical language. The first movement, "Hymnus," is a solemn and majestic setting of a Latin text that praises God and asks for his blessings. The music is characterized by rich harmonies, soaring melodies, and a sense of grandeur and awe. The second movement, "Alleluia," is a joyful and exuberant celebration of the resurrection of Christ. The music is marked by lively rhythms, syncopated accents, and a sense of rhythmic drive and energy. The choir and orchestra engage in a call-and-response dialogue, with the choir singing the word "Alleluia" and the orchestra responding with a lively instrumental passage. The final movement, "Dona Nobis Pacem," is a prayer for peace that draws on the traditional Latin text of the Mass. The music is characterized by a sense of serenity and tranquility, with gentle melodies and harmonies that evoke a sense of calm and contemplation. The choir and orchestra build to a powerful climax, with the choir singing the words "Dona nobis pacem" ("Grant us peace") over a rich and complex orchestral texture. Overall, Iubilum is a powerful and moving work that showcases Ginastera's skill as a composer of choral music. The piece draws on a range of musical influences, from traditional Latin hymns to contemporary avant-garde techniques, to create a work that is both timeless and modern. Its themes of faith, joy, and peace make it a fitting tribute to the University of Notre Dame and a powerful expression of the human spirit.

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