Composer

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Johann Ernst Eberlin

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Mass

Average_duration

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28:08

Johann Ernst Eberlin's 'Missa a due chori in C major' is a sacred choral work composed in the Baroque era. It was composed in the early 18th century, but the exact date of composition is unknown. The work was premiered in Salzburg, Austria, where Eberlin served as a composer and musician in the court of the Archbishop. The 'Missa a due chori in C major' is divided into six movements, each of which is scored for two choirs, two soloists, and an orchestra. The first movement is a grand and majestic Kyrie, which features a call-and-response between the two choirs. The second movement is a lively Gloria, which alternates between the two choirs and features a number of solo passages. The third movement is a gentle and contemplative Credo, which features a solo quartet and a number of choral fugues. The fourth movement is a joyful and celebratory Sanctus, which features a number of choral fugues and a soaring soprano solo. The fifth movement is a solemn and reflective Agnus Dei, which features a solo quartet and a number of choral fugues. The final movement is a triumphant and exultant Dona Nobis Pacem, which brings the work to a rousing conclusion. The 'Missa a due chori in C major' is characterized by its grandeur, its use of multiple choirs and soloists, and its intricate choral fugues. Eberlin's use of counterpoint and his skillful handling of the two choirs create a rich and complex texture that is both impressive and moving. The work is a testament to Eberlin's skill as a composer and his deep faith in the power of music to inspire and uplift the soul.

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