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Johannes Brahms
(1833-1897)
How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings
("Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen")
Chorus from
A German Requiem, Op. 45
Revised Accompaniment for Organ
(7 pages)
Notes
Brahms’ German Requiem is certainly one of the most sublime choral works of its genre. Composed originally for four-part choir, soprano and baritone solos, and full orchestra with harp and organ, a traditional concert presentation of the Requiem often includes a substantial performing ensemble.
The chorus, "How lovely is thy dwelling place," has become a staple of classical choral repertoire. Its lyricism and bold contrasts of mood combine to produce a dramatic arch form. From its first measure onward – launched by the outline of a dominant seventh chord – "How lovely" spins its way forward through exquisite lyricisms and into dramatic choral declamations, returning eventually to its opening lyricisms and a serene ending. One can easily understand why this one movement has been so universally exerpted for performance in choral concerts and sacred observances.
The present accompanimental arrangement offers dynamic markings throughout, indicating terraced levels of timbres and intensity, placed in combination with corner brackets to denote (optional) manual changes.Coypright © 2007 Ennis Fruhauf
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