Composer

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Johannes Tinctoris

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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36:04

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Johannes Tinctoris, a Flemish composer and music theorist, composed the 'Missa Cunctorum plasmator summus' in the late 15th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written around 1475-1480. The mass was likely composed for use in the chapel of the Duke of Burgundy, where Tinctoris was employed as a musician. The 'Missa Cunctorum plasmator summus' is a four-part mass, consisting of the usual sections of the Ordinary of the Mass: Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus, and Agnus Dei. The mass is written in a style that was popular in the late 15th century, characterized by smooth, flowing melodies and rich harmonies. The vocal parts are well-balanced, with each voice having its own distinct melodic line. The Kyrie is a simple, homophonic setting, with the voices moving together in block chords. The Gloria is more complex, with imitative polyphony and frequent use of melismatic writing. The Credo is the longest movement of the mass, and features a variety of textures and techniques, including homophonic writing, imitative polyphony, and sections of chant. The Sanctus is a bright and joyful setting, with lively rhythms and soaring melodies. The Agnus Dei is a gentle and contemplative setting, with a simple, chant-like melody. Overall, the 'Missa Cunctorum plasmator summus' is a beautiful example of late 15th-century polyphony. Tinctoris' skillful use of harmony and counterpoint creates a rich and expressive musical texture, while his attention to the text ensures that the music serves the liturgical function of the mass. The mass was likely well-received by its intended audience, and remains a testament to Tinctoris' skill as a composer.

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