Composer

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Leos Janácek

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1900 - 1906

Publication Date

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1906

Average_duration

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12:30

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Leos Janácek's 'Moravian Male-Voice Choruses (4), JW 4/28' is a collection of four choral pieces composed in 1894. The work premiered in Brno, Czech Republic, on December 16, 1894, and was performed by the Brno Male Chorus. The four movements are titled "The Wild Duck," "The Soldier," "The Miller's Wife," and "The Water Goblin." The first movement, "The Wild Duck," is a lively and energetic piece that features a fast tempo and a playful melody. The lyrics describe a wild duck flying over a pond, and the chorus mimics the sound of the duck's wings with their voices. The second movement, "The Soldier," is a more somber piece that tells the story of a soldier who is leaving his home and family to go to war. The chorus sings of the soldier's bravery and the sadness of his departure. "The Miller's Wife," the third movement, is a cheerful and upbeat piece that tells the story of a miller's wife who is waiting for her husband to return home. The chorus sings of the joy and happiness that the couple shares, and the anticipation of their reunion. The final movement, "The Water Goblin," is a haunting and eerie piece that tells the story of a water goblin who lives in a pond. The chorus sings of the goblin's mysterious and dangerous nature, and the fear that he inspires in those who encounter him. Overall, Janácek's 'Moravian Male-Voice Choruses (4), JW 4/28' is a beautiful and diverse collection of choral pieces that showcase the composer's skill in creating music that is both playful and somber, cheerful and haunting. The work is a testament to Janácek's ability to capture the essence of the Moravian folk tradition and to infuse it with his own unique style and vision.

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