Composer

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Charles-Marie Widor

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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1875

Average_duration

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4:49

Charles-Marie Widor's 'Psalm 83, Op. 23/1' is a choral work that was composed in 1894. It was premiered on March 3, 1895, at the Church of Saint-Sulpice in Paris, France. The piece is part of a larger collection of choral works that Widor composed, which includes settings of various psalms and hymns. 'Psalm 83, Op. 23/1' is a single-movement work that is approximately six minutes in length. The piece is scored for four-part mixed choir and organ accompaniment. The text of the psalm is sung in Latin and is taken from the Vulgate translation of the Bible. The piece begins with a slow and solemn introduction played by the organ. The choir then enters with a unison chant of the psalm text. The music gradually builds in intensity as the choir sings the text in harmony. The organ provides a rich and full accompaniment, adding to the grandeur of the piece. The middle section of the piece features a solo section for the choir. The soloist sings a section of the psalm text in a more melodic and expressive manner. The choir then joins in, singing the text in harmony once again. The final section of the piece returns to the opening material, with the choir singing the psalm text in unison. The music gradually builds in intensity once again, leading to a powerful and triumphant conclusion. 'Psalm 83, Op. 23/1' is a beautiful and expressive choral work that showcases Widor's skill as a composer. The piece features rich harmonies, powerful dynamics, and a sense of grandeur that is characteristic of Widor's music. It is a popular piece in the choral repertoire and is often performed in churches and concert halls around the world.

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