Composer

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Michel-Richard Delalande

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1698

Publication Date

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1951

Average_duration

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9:26

Movement_count

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4

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Michel-Richard Delalande's 'Regina coeli, S. 53' is a sacred choral work that was composed in the late 17th century. The piece was first performed in 1695 at the Royal Chapel in Versailles, France. It is a four-movement work that is written for four-part choir and orchestra. The first movement of 'Regina coeli, S. 53' is a lively and joyful setting of the text "Regina coeli, laetare, alleluia" (Queen of Heaven, rejoice, alleluia). The choir and orchestra work together to create a bright and celebratory atmosphere, with the choir singing in unison and the orchestra providing a lively accompaniment. The second movement is a more subdued setting of the text "Quia quem meruisti portare, alleluia" (For he whom you were worthy to bear, alleluia). The choir sings in a more contemplative style, with the orchestra providing a gentle accompaniment that supports the choir's expressive singing. The third movement is a lively and energetic setting of the text "Resurrexit, sicut dixit, alleluia" (He has risen, as he said, alleluia). The choir and orchestra work together to create a sense of excitement and joy, with the choir singing in a lively and rhythmic style and the orchestra providing a lively accompaniment. The final movement is a majestic setting of the text "Ora pro nobis Deum, alleluia" (Pray for us to God, alleluia). The choir sings in a grand and majestic style, with the orchestra providing a powerful accompaniment that supports the choir's expressive singing. Overall, 'Regina coeli, S. 53' is a beautiful and expressive choral work that showcases Delalande's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its lively and joyful atmosphere, as well as its expressive and contemplative moments. It remains a popular work in the choral repertoire to this day.

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