Composer

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Luigi Zaninelli

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1998

Average_duration

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11:53

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

'American Gospel Songs (5)' is a choral work composed by Luigi Zaninelli, an Italian-American composer, conductor, and educator. The piece was composed in 1985 and premiered on March 16, 1986, by the New York Choral Society at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The work consists of five movements, each based on a different American gospel song. The first movement, "I'm Gonna Sing," is a lively and upbeat arrangement of the traditional spiritual. The second movement, "Deep River," is a slower and more contemplative arrangement of the spiritual, featuring rich harmonies and expressive dynamics. The third movement, "Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen," is a haunting and emotional arrangement of the spiritual, featuring a solo soprano and a choir that alternates between soft and powerful singing. The fourth movement, "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot," is a joyful and energetic arrangement of the spiritual, featuring syncopated rhythms and lively melodies. The final movement, "When the Saints Go Marching In," is a rousing and celebratory arrangement of the traditional gospel song, featuring a solo trumpet and a choir that builds to a powerful climax. Overall, 'American Gospel Songs (5)' is characterized by Zaninelli's skillful use of harmony, rhythm, and dynamics to capture the spirit and emotion of each gospel song. The work is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of American gospel music, and a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of the United States.

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