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Marco Enrico Bossi

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1885

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4

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"Res severa magnum gaudium, Op. 54" is a choral work composed by Marco Enrico Bossi, an Italian composer, organist, and music teacher. The piece was composed in 1907 and premiered in the same year in Bologna, Italy. The work is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement, "Res severa magnum gaudium," is a lively and energetic piece that features a full choir and organ accompaniment. The text of the movement is taken from a Latin hymn and celebrates the joy of the resurrection of Christ. The second movement, "Miserere nobis," is a more somber and reflective piece that features a solo soprano voice accompanied by the choir and organ. The text of the movement is a plea for mercy and forgiveness, and the music reflects the emotional weight of the text. The final movement, "Gloria in excelsis Deo," is a triumphant and celebratory piece that features the full choir and organ. The text of the movement is taken from the traditional Gloria in the Catholic Mass and celebrates the glory of God. Overall, "Res severa magnum gaudium, Op. 54" is a powerful and emotional choral work that showcases Bossi's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically complex and emotionally resonant.

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