Composer

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Morten Lauridsen

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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2015

Average_duration

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6:31

"Ya eres mía" is a choral composition by Morten Lauridsen, an American composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 1999 and premiered in the same year by the Los Angeles Master Chorale, conducted by Paul Salamunovich. The composition is a part of Lauridsen's larger work, "Cuatro Canciones," which is a collection of four songs based on Spanish texts. "Ya eres mía" is the third song in the collection and is based on a poem by the Spanish poet Juan Ramón Jiménez. The piece is written for mixed choir, with a piano accompaniment. It is a slow and expressive piece, with a tempo marking of "Adagio molto." The piece is in the key of E-flat major and is in 4/4 time. The composition is characterized by Lauridsen's signature harmonic language, which is often described as lush and rich. The piece features dense harmonies and a complex texture, with the different vocal parts weaving in and out of each other. The piano accompaniment is also an integral part of the piece, providing a rich and supportive foundation for the choir. The text of the piece is a love poem, expressing the speaker's desire to possess and protect their beloved. The music reflects the intensity and passion of the text, with soaring melodies and dramatic harmonies. Overall, "Ya eres mía" is a beautiful and moving composition, showcasing Lauridsen's skill as a composer and his ability to create deeply emotional and expressive music.

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