Statements (143)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical_composition
|
| gptkbp:arrangements |
for choir and orchestra
arranged for various ensembles for cello and choir |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
spiritual reflection
|
| gptkbp:audience |
often evokes emotional responses
|
| gptkbp:availability |
available for purchase and streaming
|
| gptkbp:available_in |
sheet music format
|
| gptkbp:characteristics |
meditative atmosphere
|
| gptkbp:characterized_by |
meditative quality
|
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:John_Tavener
|
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
generally positive reviews
|
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
significant in the UK classical music scene
|
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
reflects spiritual themes
important work in contemporary classical music reflects Tavener's spirituality |
| gptkbp:dedicated_to |
the memory of a friend
the memory of the deceased |
| gptkbp:dedication |
to the memory of the composer’s mother
|
| gptkbp:duration |
approximately 45 minutes
|
| gptkbp:explores_themes |
protection and love
|
| gptkbp:features |
vocal harmonies
string instruments vocal elements rich harmonies choral arrangements a solo cello part |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:Royal_Festival_Hall,_London
|
| gptkbp:genre |
contemporary classical
|
| gptkbp:highlights |
the role of the soloist
|
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Protecting Veil
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
modern choral music
cello repertoire |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Arvo_Pärt
influenced contemporary composers |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Gregorian_chant
Sufi music Byzantine music Eastern Orthodox music Eastern Orthodox spirituality Byzantine chant |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Eastern_Orthodox_Christianity
|
| gptkbp:inspiration |
iconography of the Virgin Mary
|
| gptkbp:inspired |
new compositions
|
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
Christian themes
the Akathist Hymn |
| gptkbp:instruments |
primarily strings
|
| gptkbp:involved_forces |
gptkb:orchestra
|
| gptkbp:is_analyzed_in |
its spiritual symbolism
|
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
its emotional depth
its lyrical melodies |
| gptkbp:is_often_associated_with |
contemplation
spiritual reflection the divine |
| gptkbp:is_often_described_as |
a modern classic
hauntingly beautiful meditative and introspective |
| gptkbp:is_often_discussed_in |
musicology studies
|
| gptkbp:is_often_seen_in |
a prayer
|
| gptkbp:is_often_served_with |
a teaching piece
|
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
film soundtracks
religious ceremonies professional choirs spiritual settings |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
a significant work in contemporary music
|
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its emotional impact
its innovative structure |
| gptkbp:length |
five movements
|
| gptkbp:music_style |
uses repetition and layering
|
| gptkbp:musical_elements |
uses chant-like melodies
|
| gptkbp:notable_conductors |
conducted by various renowned conductors
|
| gptkbp:notable_for |
its emotional depth
its lyrical quality its spiritual themes its use of silence its use of dynamics its unique instrumentation |
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
by the London Sinfonietta
performed at the Royal Festival Hall |
| gptkbp:notable_performances |
performed by the London Sinfonietta
|
| gptkbp:notable_recordings |
recorded by various orchestras
by the London Sinfonietta |
| gptkbp:often_features |
call and response sections
improvisation elements text from religious sources |
| gptkbp:often_includes |
concert programs
extended techniques for cello |
| gptkbp:part_of |
Tavener's larger body of work
|
| gptkbp:performance |
performed worldwide
approximately 45 minutes long |
| gptkbp:performed_at |
various festivals
memorial services |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:orchestra
gptkb:the_BBC_Symphony_Orchestra gptkb:the_London_Philharmonic_Orchestra gptkb:the_Academy_of_St_Martin_in_the_Fields gptkb:the_Royal_Liverpool_Philharmonic_Orchestra gptkb:the_English_Chamber_Orchestra gptkb:the_London_Contemporary_Orchestra gptkb:the_Royal_Philharmonic_Orchestra gptkb:the_Scottish_Chamber_Orchestra various choirs amateur groups youth choirs professional ensembles cello and choir |
| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:various_languages
academic settings community events collaborative projects concert halls cathedrals cultural exchanges international festivals outdoor venues churches and concert halls |
| gptkbp:premiere |
gptkb:1989
gptkb:1993 |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
gptkb:1989
|
| gptkbp:premiere_location |
gptkb:London
|
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Chester_Music
|
| gptkbp:recorded_by |
various artists
various orchestras |
| gptkbp:recorded_in |
gptkb:1994
|
| gptkbp:recordings |
multiple recordings available
|
| gptkbp:related_works |
other works by John Tavener
|
| gptkbp:second_movement |
gptkb:The_Protecting_Veil
gptkb:The_Holy_Spirit gptkb:The_Virgin_Mary gptkb:The_Mother_of_God The Divine Light |
| gptkbp:structure |
one continuous movement
|
| gptkbp:style |
minimalism
contemporary classical |
| gptkbp:text |
based on a text by the composer
|
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
explores themes of spirituality
|
| gptkbp:uses |
sustained tones
chant-like melodies |
| gptkbp:year |
gptkb:1993
|
| gptkbp:year_composed |
gptkb:1989
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Tavener
gptkb:John_Tavener |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
|