Composer

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William Walton

Genre

:

Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1931

Average_duration

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9:29

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

William Walton's "Christmas Carols (4)" is a collection of four carols for choir and orchestra. The piece was composed in 1960 and premiered on December 16th of the same year at the Royal Festival Hall in London. The four movements are titled "All this time," "Make we joy now in this fest," "What cheer?" and "Wassail Song." The first movement, "All this time," is a serene and contemplative carol that features a solo soprano voice. The choir joins in with a simple and beautiful melody that is accompanied by the orchestra. The second movement, "Make we joy now in this fest," is a lively and joyful carol that features a fast-paced melody and a lively rhythm. The choir sings in unison, creating a sense of unity and celebration. The third movement, "What cheer?" is a more somber and reflective carol that features a solo tenor voice. The choir joins in with a haunting melody that is accompanied by the orchestra. The final movement, "Wassail Song," is a rousing and energetic carol that features a fast-paced melody and a lively rhythm. The choir sings in unison, creating a sense of unity and celebration. Overall, "Christmas Carols (4)" is a beautiful and uplifting piece of music that captures the spirit of the holiday season. The four movements are each unique in their own way, but they all share a sense of joy and celebration. The piece is a testament to Walton's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both beautiful and meaningful.

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