Composer

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Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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1693

Publication Date

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1693

Average_duration

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5:42

Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber's Magnificat in D major (Vesperae Longiores I/6), C. 18 is a sacred choral work composed in the Baroque era. It was likely composed in the early 1670s, although the exact date is unknown. The work was premiered in Salzburg, where Biber was employed as a court musician. The Magnificat in D major is divided into nine movements, each of which sets a different section of the Magnificat text. The first movement, "Magnificat anima mea Dominum," is a grand opening chorus that features a full choir and orchestra. The second movement, "Et exultavit spiritus meus," is a solo aria for soprano that is accompanied by strings and continuo. The third movement, "Quia respexit humilitatem ancillae suae," is a duet for alto and tenor that is accompanied by continuo. The fourth movement, "Omnes generationes," is a chorus that features a full choir and orchestra. The fifth movement, "Quia fecit mihi magna," is a solo aria for bass that is accompanied by strings and continuo. The sixth movement, "Et misericordia," is a duet for soprano and alto that is accompanied by continuo. The seventh movement, "Fecit potentiam," is a chorus that features a full choir and orchestra. The eighth movement, "Deposuit potentes," is a solo aria for tenor that is accompanied by strings and continuo. The final movement, "Suscepit Israel," is a chorus that features a full choir and orchestra. The Magnificat in D major is characterized by its grandeur and complexity. Biber employs a wide range of musical techniques, including intricate counterpoint, chromaticism, and virtuosic instrumental solos. The work also features a variety of vocal textures, from full choir to solo arias and duets. The Magnificat in D major is a testament to Biber's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and emotionally powerful.

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