Composer

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Bryan Kelly

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Magnificat

Average_duration

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7:49

Movement_count

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2

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Bryan Kelly's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in C major is a choral work that was composed in 1952. It was premiered on May 1, 1952, at St. George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, by the choir of the Chapel Royal. The work is divided into two movements, the Magnificat and the Nunc Dimittis, which are both based on the texts from the Gospel of Luke. The Magnificat is a joyful and exuberant piece that begins with a fanfare-like introduction. The choir then enters with a lively and rhythmic setting of the text, "My soul doth magnify the Lord." The music is characterized by its use of syncopation and lively rhythms, which give the piece a sense of energy and excitement. The middle section of the Magnificat is more reflective, with the choir singing a more subdued setting of the text, "For he hath regarded the lowliness of his handmaiden." The piece ends with a return to the lively and rhythmic music of the opening, with the choir singing a triumphant setting of the text, "As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen." The Nunc Dimittis is a more contemplative piece that begins with a gentle and flowing setting of the text, "Lord, now lettest thou thy servant depart in peace." The music is characterized by its use of long, flowing phrases and rich harmonies, which give the piece a sense of serenity and calm. The middle section of the Nunc Dimittis is more dramatic, with the choir singing a more intense setting of the text, "To be a light to lighten the Gentiles." The piece ends with a return to the gentle and flowing music of the opening, with the choir singing a peaceful setting of the text, "As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen." Overall, Bryan Kelly's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in C major is a beautiful and uplifting choral work that showcases the composer's skill in setting sacred texts to music. The piece is characterized by its use of lively rhythms, rich harmonies, and flowing melodies, which give it a sense of joy, serenity, and contemplation.

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