Composer

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Eric Whitacre

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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6:08

"I Thank You God for most this amazing day" is a choral composition by Eric Whitacre, premiered in 1999. The piece is based on a poem by e.e. cummings, and is part of a larger work titled "Three Songs of Faith." The piece is divided into two movements, with the first movement featuring a slow, meditative tempo and the second movement featuring a faster, more energetic tempo. The first movement begins with a soft, sustained chord, which gradually builds in intensity as the choir sings the opening lines of the poem: "i thank You God for most this amazing day: for the leaping greenly spirits of trees and a blue true dream of sky." The second movement begins with a rhythmic, syncopated pattern in the piano, which is soon joined by the choir singing the words "may came home with a smooth round stone." The movement is characterized by its driving rhythm and energetic, joyful tone, which reflects the exuberance of the poem's imagery. Throughout the piece, Whitacre employs his signature choral style, which emphasizes lush harmonies and intricate textures. The choir is often divided into multiple parts, with each part singing a different melody or rhythm, creating a complex, layered sound. Overall, "I Thank You God for most this amazing day" is a celebration of the beauty and wonder of the natural world, and a testament to the power of faith and gratitude. Whitacre's masterful composition captures the spirit of the poem with its rich harmonies, intricate textures, and dynamic contrasts, making it a beloved piece in the choral repertoire.

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