Composer

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Rebecca Dale

Average_duration

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27:35

Movement_count

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6

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"When Music Sounds" is a choral work composed by Rebecca Dale, a British composer, in 2015. The piece was premiered on November 7, 2015, by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Choir, conducted by Vasily Petrenko, at the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which is based on a poem by Walter de la Mare. The first movement, "Echo's Song," is a lively and rhythmic piece that captures the playful and mischievous nature of Echo, a character from Greek mythology. The second movement, "The Song of Finis," is a haunting and melancholic piece that explores the theme of mortality and the passing of time. The final movement, "When Music Sounds," is a triumphant and uplifting piece that celebrates the power of music to transcend time and space. The piece is characterized by its lush harmonies, soaring melodies, and intricate choral textures. Dale's use of orchestration is particularly effective, with the orchestra providing a rich and varied backdrop for the choir. The piece also features a number of solo passages, which showcase the individual voices of the choir. Overall, "When Music Sounds" is a powerful and moving work that showcases Dale's skill as a composer and her ability to create music that is both beautiful and emotionally resonant.

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