Composer

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Claudio Monteverdi

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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ca. 1640

Average_duration

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2:21

Claudio Monteverdi's 'Et iterum venturus est' is an alternative part for the Credo section of his Mass SV257, also known as the Missa in illo tempore. The composition was likely composed in the early 1600s, during Monteverdi's tenure as maestro di cappella at the Basilica di San Marco in Venice. The premiere of 'Et iterum venturus est' is not well-documented, but it is likely that it was performed as part of a Mass service at San Marco. The piece consists of two movements: the first is a setting of the words "Et iterum venturus est" (And he shall come again), while the second is a setting of the words "Credo in unum Deum" (I believe in one God), which is the opening line of the Credo section of the Mass. The first movement of 'Et iterum venturus est' is a solo motet for bass voice, accompanied by a continuo of organ and cello. The music is characterized by a sense of anticipation and urgency, with the bass voice singing a melody that rises and falls dramatically. The accompaniment is sparse, with the organ and cello providing a simple harmonic framework for the voice. The second movement of 'Et iterum venturus est' is a choral setting of the opening line of the Credo. The music is scored for four voices (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and is accompanied by a continuo of organ and cello. The music is characterized by a sense of grandeur and majesty, with the voices singing in rich harmonies and the organ and cello providing a full, rich accompaniment. Overall, 'Et iterum venturus est' is a powerful and expressive composition that showcases Monteverdi's skill as a composer of sacred music. The piece is notable for its use of dramatic contrasts and its ability to convey a sense of spiritual awe and reverence.

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