Composer

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Jean Sibelius

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1904

First Performance

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Feb 4, 1904

Average_duration

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3:47

'Have You Courage? (I), Op. 31/2' is a choral work composed by the Finnish composer Jean Sibelius. The piece was composed in 1900 and premiered on December 2, 1900, in Helsinki, Finland. The work is part of a larger collection of choral works known as 'Six Songs, Op. 31'. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is marked 'Allegro moderato' and is characterized by its lively and energetic tempo. The movement features a call-and-response structure between the choir and the soloist, with the choir asking the question "Have you courage?" and the soloist responding with "Yes, I have courage!" The movement is characterized by its use of syncopated rhythms and driving melodies. The second movement is marked 'Andante con moto' and is characterized by its slower tempo and more contemplative mood. The movement features a solo soprano voice singing a mournful melody over a simple accompaniment. The choir joins in later in the movement, adding a sense of depth and richness to the overall sound. The final movement is marked 'Allegro' and is characterized by its fast and lively tempo. The movement features a call-and-response structure similar to the first movement, with the choir asking the question "Have you courage?" and the soloist responding with "Yes, I have courage!" The movement is characterized by its use of driving rhythms and soaring melodies, building to a triumphant conclusion. Overall, 'Have You Courage? (I), Op. 31/2' is a powerful and uplifting choral work that showcases Sibelius' skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its use of driving rhythms, soaring melodies, and call-and-response structures, and is a testament to the enduring power of choral music.

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