Composer

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Stale Kleiberg

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Requiem

Compose Date

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2001

Average_duration

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50:14

Movement_count

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10

Movement ....

Requiem for the Victims of Nazi Persecution is a choral work composed by Norwegian composer Stale Kleiberg. The piece was commissioned by the Norwegian government to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the liberation of Norway from Nazi occupation. The premiere of the work took place on May 8, 2005, at the Oslo Cathedral, performed by the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, conducted by Mariss Jansons. The Requiem is divided into seven movements, each representing a different aspect of the Holocaust. The first movement, "Introitus," sets the tone for the piece with a solemn and mournful melody. The second movement, "Kyrie," is a plea for mercy and forgiveness. The third movement, "Dies Irae," is a powerful and dramatic depiction of the Day of Judgment. The fourth movement, "Offertorium," is a tribute to the victims of the concentration camps. The fifth movement, "Sanctus," is a hymn of praise to God. The sixth movement, "Agnus Dei," is a prayer for peace and reconciliation. The final movement, "Lux Aeterna," is a message of hope and a call for remembrance. Kleiberg's Requiem is characterized by its use of traditional choral techniques and its incorporation of modern elements. The composer uses a full orchestra, choir, and soloists to create a rich and complex sound. The piece also features electronic sounds and effects, which add a contemporary edge to the work. The Requiem is a powerful and emotional tribute to the victims of the Holocaust, and it serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed during this dark period in history.

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