Composer

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Charles Villiers Stanford

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Anthem

Average_duration

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3:33

"Beati Quorum Via, Op. 38/3" is a choral work composed by Charles Villiers Stanford. It was composed in 1905 and premiered in the same year. The piece is part of a larger collection of choral works called "Three Motets, Op. 38." "Beati Quorum Via" is a Latin text taken from Psalm 119:1-2, which translates to "Blessed are they whose way is blameless, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they who observe his decrees, who seek him with all their heart." The piece is written for a four-part choir, with the soprano and alto parts often singing in unison. The piece is in a moderate tempo and is marked "Andante con moto" (moderately slow with motion). The harmonies are lush and romantic, with a focus on rich, warm chords. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement begins with a unison statement of the text, followed by a rich, chordal section. The second movement is more subdued, with a focus on the alto and tenor parts. The final movement returns to the rich, chordal writing of the first movement, with a triumphant ending. Overall, "Beati Quorum Via" is a beautiful and uplifting choral work that showcases Stanford's skill in writing for voices. The piece is often performed in church services and choral concerts, and remains a beloved work in the choral repertoire.

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