Composer

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James Nares

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Magnificat

Average_duration

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3:53

James Nares was an English composer and organist who lived from 1715 to 1783. He was a prominent figure in the music scene of his time, and his works were widely performed and admired. One of his most famous compositions is the Magnificat in F major, which was composed in the mid-18th century. The Magnificat in F major is a choral work that is based on the biblical text of the Magnificat, which is a hymn of praise that is traditionally attributed to the Virgin Mary. The work is divided into several movements, each of which corresponds to a different section of the text. The movements are as follows: 1. Magnificat anima mea Dominum (My soul doth magnify the Lord) 2. Et exultavit spiritus meus in Deo salutari meo (And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour) 3. Quia respexit humilitatem ancillae suae (For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden) 4. Quia fecit mihi magna qui potens est (For he that is mighty hath magnified me) 5. Et misericordia eius a progenie in progenies timentibus eum (And his mercy is on them that fear him throughout all generations) 6. Fecit potentiam in brachio suo (He hath showed strength with his arm) 7. Deposuit potentes de sede et exaltavit humiles (He hath put down the mighty from their seat, and hath exalted the humble and meek) 8. Esurientes implevit bonis et divites dimisit inanes (He hath filled the hungry with good things, and the rich he hath sent empty away) 9. Suscepit Israel puerum suum recordatus misericordiae suae (He hath holpen his servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy) 10. Sicut locutus est ad patres nostros Abraham et semini eius in saecula (As he spake to our fathers, to Abraham and to his seed for ever) The Magnificat in F major is characterized by its grandeur and majesty. The choral parts are rich and complex, with intricate harmonies and counterpoint. The work also features a prominent organ part, which adds to the overall sense of grandeur. The movements vary in tempo and mood, with some being more contemplative and others more exultant. The Magnificat in F major was premiered in London in the mid-18th century, and it quickly became a popular work in the choral repertoire. It has since been performed and recorded by many different choirs and orchestras around the world. Today, it is considered one of James Nares' most important and enduring works, and it continues to be admired for its beauty and grandeur.

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