Composer

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Joseph Rheinberger

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1893

Average_duration

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18:19

Movement_count

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9

Movement ....

Joseph Rheinberger's Advent-Motetten (9), Op. 176 is a collection of nine motets composed for the Advent season. The work was completed in 1884 and premiered in Munich, Germany on December 7th of the same year. The nine movements of the Advent-Motetten are each based on a different text from the Bible, and are scored for four-part choir a cappella. The texts are primarily in German, with a few Latin phrases included. The first movement, "Macht hoch die Tür," is a lively and joyful setting of a German hymn text that celebrates the coming of Christ. The second movement, "Wie soll ich dich empfangen," is a more contemplative piece that reflects on the humility and grace of Christ's birth. The third movement, "O Heiland, reiß die Himmel auf," is a powerful and dramatic setting of a German hymn text that calls for Christ to come and save his people. The fourth movement, "Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland," is a more subdued and introspective piece that reflects on the anticipation of Christ's arrival. The fifth movement, "Es kommt ein Schiff, geladen," is a gentle and flowing setting of a German hymn text that compares Christ to a ship that brings salvation. The sixth movement, "O Jesulein süß," is a tender and intimate piece that reflects on the love and mercy of Christ. The seventh movement, "Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme," is a lively and joyful setting of a German hymn text that calls for the faithful to prepare for Christ's coming. The eighth movement, "O komm, o komm, du Morgenstern," is a more contemplative piece that reflects on the hope and promise of Christ's arrival. The final movement, "Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern," is a triumphant and celebratory setting of a German hymn text that praises Christ as the "morning star" who brings light and salvation to the world. Overall, Rheinberger's Advent-Motetten (9), Op. 176 is a rich and varied collection of choral music that captures the spirit of the Advent season. The work showcases Rheinberger's skill as a composer, with each movement offering a unique and compelling interpretation of the texts.

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