Composer

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Andrew Lloyd Webber

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1985

Average_duration

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3:31

Pie Jesu is a famous choral piece composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber. It was written as part of his Requiem, which was first performed in 1985. The premiere of the Requiem took place on February 24, 1985, at St. Thomas Church in New York City. Pie Jesu is the third movement of the Requiem and is one of the most popular pieces of the work. It is a soprano solo that is accompanied by a choir and orchestra. The lyrics of the piece are in Latin and are taken from the traditional Requiem Mass. The piece begins with a simple melody sung by the soprano soloist. The choir then joins in, singing a harmonized version of the melody. The orchestra provides a gentle accompaniment, with strings and woodwinds playing softly in the background. As the piece progresses, the music becomes more complex, with the choir and orchestra building to a crescendo. The soprano soloist continues to sing the simple melody, but with increasing intensity and emotion. The final section of the piece is a repetition of the opening melody, sung by the soprano soloist. The choir and orchestra provide a gentle accompaniment, bringing the piece to a peaceful and serene conclusion. Pie Jesu is characterized by its simple melody and gentle, soothing harmonies. It is a beautiful and moving piece of music that has become a favorite of choirs and audiences around the world.

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