Composer

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Henry Purcell

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Ode

Compose Date

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1694

Average_duration

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22:20

Movement_count

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16

Movement ....

'Come ye sons of art away, Z. 323' is a celebratory ode composed by Henry Purcell in 1694. It was written to celebrate the birthday of Queen Mary II of England, who was a patron of Purcell. The piece was premiered on April 30, 1694, at St. James's Palace in London. The ode consists of six movements, including an overture, two solo arias, two duets, and a chorus. The overture is a lively and festive piece, featuring a dotted rhythm and a prominent trumpet part. The first solo aria, "Sound the trumpet," is a joyful and triumphant piece, featuring a trumpet obbligato and a virtuosic vocal line. The second solo aria, "Bid the virtuous," is a more reflective and introspective piece, featuring a plaintive vocal line and a delicate accompaniment. The two duets, "These are the sacred charms" and "See nature, rejoicing," are both lively and playful pieces, featuring imitative vocal lines and a lively accompaniment. The final chorus, "Come ye sons of art," is a grand and majestic piece, featuring a full choir and orchestra. The text of the chorus is a call to all musicians to celebrate the birthday of the queen and to honor her with their music. Overall, 'Come ye sons of art away, Z. 323' is a masterful example of Purcell's skill as a composer of vocal music. The piece showcases his ability to write music that is both festive and reflective, joyful and introspective. It is a fitting tribute to Queen Mary II and a testament to Purcell's enduring legacy as one of England's greatest composers.

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