Composer

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Franz Liszt

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Mass

Compose Date

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1879

Publication Date

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1879

Average_duration

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19:00

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

Franz Liszt's 'Missa pro organo, S. 264' is a sacred composition for organ, composed in 1862. The piece was premiered on August 31, 1862, at the consecration of the new organ at the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul in Weimar, Germany. The 'Missa pro organo' is divided into six movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement, 'Kyrie,' begins with a solemn and meditative introduction, followed by a fugue-like section that gradually builds in intensity. The second movement, 'Gloria,' is a joyful and exuberant piece, featuring intricate counterpoint and virtuosic organ passages. The third movement, 'Credo,' is a grand and majestic piece, with a powerful opening theme and a soaring melody in the middle section. The fourth movement, 'Sanctus,' is a serene and contemplative piece, featuring a delicate and ethereal melody. The fifth movement, 'Benedictus,' is a lyrical and expressive piece, with a beautiful melody that is passed between the organ and choir. The final movement, 'Agnus Dei,' is a solemn and introspective piece, featuring a haunting melody and a sense of quiet contemplation. Overall, the 'Missa pro organo' is a masterful work of sacred music, showcasing Liszt's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the organ as an instrument. The piece is characterized by its intricate counterpoint, virtuosic organ passages, and soaring melodies, as well as its sense of reverence and contemplation. It remains a beloved work of sacred music to this day, and a testament to Liszt's enduring legacy as a composer.

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