Composer

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Lajos Bárdos

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Compose Date

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1937

Average_duration

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2:59

'Ave Maris Stella' is a choral work composed by Lajos Bárdos, a Hungarian composer, conductor, and music educator. The piece was composed in 1935 and premiered in Budapest, Hungary, the same year. It is a sacred choral work that is often performed in churches and cathedrals around the world. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement is marked "Moderato" and is in a simple triple meter. It begins with a unison chant-like melody in the sopranos, which is then taken up by the altos, tenors, and basses. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the different voice parts weaving in and out of each other. The movement ends with a quiet and peaceful cadence. The second movement is marked "Andante" and is in a compound meter. It begins with a solo soprano voice singing a simple melody, which is then taken up by the choir. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the different voice parts weaving in and out of each other. The movement ends with a quiet and peaceful cadence. The third movement is marked "Allegro" and is in a simple triple meter. It begins with a lively and energetic melody in the sopranos, which is then taken up by the altos, tenors, and basses. The melody is then developed and expanded upon, with the different voice parts weaving in and out of each other. The movement ends with a triumphant and joyful cadence. Overall, 'Ave Maris Stella' is a beautiful and uplifting choral work that showcases Bárdos' skill as a composer. Its simple melodies and harmonies make it accessible to choirs of all levels, while its intricate interweaving of voice parts makes it a challenging and rewarding piece to perform.

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