Composer

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Marcel Dupré

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Symphony

Compose Date

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1924

Average_duration

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30:30

Movement_count

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4

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Symphonie-Passion, Op. 23 is a symphony for organ composed by Marcel Dupré. It was composed in 1924 and premiered on January 23, 1925, at the Paris Conservatory. The symphony is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical themes. The first movement, titled "Le Monde dans l'Attente du Sauveur" (The World Awaiting the Savior), is marked by a sense of anticipation and longing. The music is characterized by a slow, mournful melody that gradually builds in intensity, culminating in a powerful climax that represents the arrival of the Savior. The second movement, "Nativité" (Nativity), is a joyful celebration of the birth of Christ. The music is marked by a lively, dance-like rhythm and a bright, festive melody that evokes the joy and wonder of the Christmas season. The final movement, "Crucifixion et Résurrection" (Crucifixion and Resurrection), is a dramatic and powerful depiction of the events of Good Friday and Easter Sunday. The music is marked by a sense of tension and conflict, with dissonant harmonies and jagged rhythms that convey the agony of the crucifixion. However, the movement ends on a triumphant note, with a soaring melody that represents the resurrection of Christ and the triumph of life over death. Overall, Symphonie-Passion, Op. 23 is a powerful and emotional work that showcases Dupré's mastery of the organ. The symphony is characterized by its rich harmonies, complex rhythms, and dramatic contrasts, and it remains a beloved work in the organ repertoire to this day.

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