Statements (108)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:poetry
gptkb:orcas |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
arrangements for various ensembles
various adaptations for different ensembles |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:orcas
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| gptkbp:artistic_influence |
has influenced choral composition in the 20th century
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| gptkbp:associated_band |
soprano, alto, tenor, bass
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| gptkbp:audience |
often evokes strong emotional responses
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| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:John_Henry_Newman
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| gptkbp:available_formats |
CD
vinyl streaming services digital download |
| gptkbp:based_on |
poem by John Henry Newman
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| gptkbp:choral_tradition |
part of the British choral repertoire
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| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Edward_Elgar
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| gptkbp:critical_analysis |
subject of numerous scholarly studies
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
initially mixed reviews
initially mixed but later acclaimed |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
influenced later choral works
widely performed in choral repertoire |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
important work in the choral-orchestral repertoire
important work in British choral tradition |
| gptkbp:dedication |
to the memory of a friend
to Cardinal Newman |
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 90 minutes
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| gptkbp:elgar's_career |
considered one of Elgar's masterpieces
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| gptkbp:elgar's_influence |
influenced the development of British classical music
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| gptkbp:elgar's_legacy |
remains a significant part of his musical legacy
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| gptkbp:elgar's_style |
characterized by emotional depth and complexity
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| gptkbp:film_technique |
inspired film scores and soundtracks
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| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:Birmingham
1900 |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:sacred_music
religious poetry |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
reflects early 20th-century spirituality
reflects late Victorian attitudes towards spirituality |
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
remains a staple in concert repertoire
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
reflects the transition in British music at the turn of the century
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Dream of Gerontius
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| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Benjamin_Britten
gptkb:Gustav_Holst gptkb:choir sacred choral music inspired other composers like Vaughan Williams |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Catholic_theology
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| gptkbp:influences |
Romantic music
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:Catholic_theology
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| gptkbp:involved_forces |
soloists, chorus, and orchestra
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:libretto |
gptkb:John_Henry_Newman
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| gptkbp:line |
nan
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| gptkbp:music_composer |
inspired composers like Britten and Tippett
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| gptkbp:music_style |
lyrical and expressive
uses rich harmonic language features recitative and aria forms orchestral interludes and choral sections |
| gptkbp:musical_elements |
rich harmonies
dramatic orchestration complex counterpoint vocal solos and ensembles |
| gptkbp:notable_aria |
' Sanctus' aria
|
| gptkbp:notable_conductors |
gptkb:Andrew_Davis
gptkb:Daniel_Barenboim gptkb:Sir_Simon_Rattle gptkb:Sir_Adrian_Boult gptkb:Bernstein Sir Edward Elgar himself conducted early performances |
| gptkbp:notable_performances |
performed by major orchestras worldwide
inspired many choral festivals |
| gptkbp:notable_performers |
gptkb:The_London_Philharmonic_Orchestra
gptkb:The_Birmingham_Symphony_Orchestra |
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
Sir Adrian Boult's recording
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| gptkbp:notable_song |
mixed choir
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| gptkbp:notable_themes |
gptkb:death
redemption afterlife spiritual journey |
| gptkbp:orchestration |
large orchestra
strings and brass sections |
| gptkbp:performance |
requires skilled performers
frequently performed in choral festivals |
| gptkbp:performance_tradition |
often performed in concert halls
|
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:The_Proms
gptkb:Covent_Garden gptkb:Worcester_Cathedral gptkb:Royal_Albert_Hall gptkb:Sydney_Opera_House |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
youth choirs
professional choirs university choirs many amateur choirs |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
1900-10-03
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| gptkbp:premiere_location |
gptkb:Birmingham
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| gptkbp:published |
1865
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| gptkbp:recordings |
multiple recordings available
numerous commercial recordings exist |
| gptkbp:structure |
two parts
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| gptkbp:text |
through-composed
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| gptkbp:thematic_element |
explores existential questions
explores the journey of the soul after death |
| gptkbp:theme |
explores redemption and divine judgment
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| gptkbp:themes |
life after death
death and the afterlife |
| gptkbp:writings |
draws from Newman's religious poetry
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Newman
gptkb:2002_Grammy_Awards |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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