Composer

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Charles Tournemire

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Compose Date

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1932

Average_duration

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27:42

Movement_count

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3

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Charles Tournemire's 'Poèmes (3) for organ, Op. 59' is a collection of three pieces for solo organ. The work was composed in 1930 and premiered the same year in Paris. The three movements are titled 'Prière', 'Cantilène improvisée', and 'Choral-Improvisation sur le Victimae Paschali'. The first movement, 'Prière', is a slow and contemplative piece that begins with a simple melody in the upper register of the organ. The melody is then repeated in the lower register, accompanied by rich harmonies. The piece gradually builds in intensity, with the melody becoming more ornate and the harmonies more complex. The movement ends with a quiet and peaceful coda. The second movement, 'Cantilène improvisée', is a free-form improvisation that showcases the organist's virtuosity. The piece begins with a simple melody in the upper register, which is then repeated and developed throughout the movement. The improvisatory nature of the piece allows the organist to explore the full range of the instrument, from the softest and most delicate sounds to the most powerful and thunderous. The final movement, 'Choral-Improvisation sur le Victimae Paschali', is a set of variations on the Gregorian chant 'Victimae Paschali Laudes'. The piece begins with a simple statement of the chant melody, which is then developed and transformed through a series of variations. The variations range from quiet and introspective to grand and majestic, with the full power of the organ being used to create a sense of awe and reverence. Overall, Tournemire's 'Poèmes (3) for organ, Op. 59' is a masterful work that showcases the full range of the organ and the composer's skill in improvisation and variation. The three movements are united by a sense of contemplation and reverence, making the work a perfect choice for liturgical use or for concert performance.

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