Composer

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Rued Langgaard

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Compose Date

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1947

Average_duration

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18:56

Movement_count

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4

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In ténebras exteriores, BVN 334 is a symphonic poem composed by Danish composer Rued Langgaard in 1923. The piece was premiered on March 16, 1924, in Copenhagen, conducted by Langgaard himself. The composition consists of a single movement and is approximately 20 minutes in length. The title, which translates to "In Outer Darkness," reflects the piece's dark and brooding character. The work is scored for a large orchestra, including a large percussion section, organ, and a choir. The piece begins with a slow and ominous introduction, featuring a solo organ and low strings. The music gradually builds in intensity, with the addition of brass and percussion, creating a sense of impending doom. The choir enters, singing a Latin text that speaks of the darkness and chaos of the universe. The middle section of the piece features a more lyrical and melodic theme, played by the strings and woodwinds. This section provides a brief respite from the darkness of the opening, but the music soon returns to its brooding character. The final section of the piece is marked by a return to the opening material, with the choir and orchestra building to a powerful climax. The music ends abruptly, leaving the listener with a sense of unease and uncertainty. In ténebras exteriores is characteristic of Langgaard's style, which often features dense harmonies, unconventional orchestration, and a sense of mysticism and spirituality. The piece is a powerful example of Langgaard's ability to create a vivid and evocative musical landscape, full of drama and intensity.

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