Composer

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Frederick Delius

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Part Song

Compose Date

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1917

Average_duration

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4:25

Movement_count

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2

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Frederick Delius composed 'To be sung of a summer night on the water, RT iv/5' in 1917. The piece premiered in London on December 12, 1917, conducted by Thomas Beecham. The work is a choral setting of a poem by Percy Bysshe Shelley, and it is scored for a mixed choir and small orchestra. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which is characterized by a different mood and tempo. The first movement, marked "Moderato," is a gentle and flowing setting of the poem's opening lines. The choir sings in unison, with the orchestra providing a delicate accompaniment of strings and woodwinds. The second movement, marked "Allegretto con moto," is more lively and rhythmic. The choir sings in harmony, with the orchestra providing a lively and playful accompaniment of pizzicato strings and woodwinds. The final movement, marked "Lento," is a slow and contemplative setting of the poem's closing lines. The choir sings in harmony, with the orchestra providing a rich and expressive accompaniment of strings and brass. Throughout the piece, Delius employs lush harmonies and rich textures to evoke the beauty and tranquility of a summer night on the water. The choral writing is lyrical and expressive, with the choir often singing in unison or harmony to create a sense of unity and harmony. Overall, 'To be sung of a summer night on the water, RT iv/5' is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases Delius's skill as a composer of choral music. Its gentle melodies and lush harmonies make it a perfect choice for a summer evening concert or a quiet moment of reflection.

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