Composer

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Charles Gounod

Genre

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Vocal

Publication Date

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1868

Average_duration

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3:25

'Hymne à la nuit' is a choral work composed by Charles Gounod in 1872. It was premiered on May 5, 1872, at the Salle Pleyel in Paris, France. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement begins with a slow and solemn introduction, featuring the choir singing in unison. The music gradually builds in intensity, with the choir singing in harmony and the orchestra providing a rich and full accompaniment. The melody is characterized by long, flowing lines and a sense of grandeur and majesty. The second movement is more lively and energetic, with the choir singing in a faster tempo and the orchestra providing a more rhythmic accompaniment. The melody is characterized by a sense of joy and celebration, with the choir singing in harmony and the orchestra providing a lively and upbeat accompaniment. The third movement is a return to the slower and more solemn mood of the first movement. The choir sings in unison, with the orchestra providing a simple and understated accompaniment. The melody is characterized by a sense of peace and tranquility, with the choir singing in a gentle and soothing manner. Overall, 'Hymne à la nuit' is a powerful and moving choral work that showcases Gounod's skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its grandeur, majesty, and sense of celebration, as well as its moments of peace and tranquility. It remains a popular work in the choral repertoire to this day.

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