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Choral symphony
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A choral symphony is a musical composition for orchestra, choir, and sometimes solo vocalists that, in its internal workings and overall musical architecture, adheres broadly to symphonic musical form
Hector Berlioz was the first to use the term "choral symphony" for a musical composition—his Roméo et Juliette.
Hector Berlioz was the first to use the term "choral symphony" for a musical composition—his Roméo et Juliette.
Ludwig van Beethoven redefined the symphony genre by introducing words and voices in his Ninth Symphony.
Ludwig van Beethoven redefined the symphony genre by introducing words and voices in his Ninth Symphony.
Walt Whitman's use of free verse became appreciated by composers seeking a more fluid approach to setting text.
Walt Whitman's use of free verse became appreciated by composers seeking a more fluid approach to setting text.
Igor Stravinsky used chorus and orchestra in his Symphony of Psalms "on an equal footing".
Igor Stravinsky used chorus and orchestra in his Symphony of Psalms "on an equal footing".
Dante Symphony
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A Symphony to Dante's Divine Comedy, S.109, or simply the Dante Symphony, is a choral symphony composed by Franz Liszt. Written in the high romantic style, it is based on Dante Alighieri's journey thr
Franz Liszt, portrait by Hungarian painter Miklós Barabás, 1847
Franz Liszt, portrait by Hungarian painter Miklós Barabás, 1847
The Dresden Hoftheater (later rebuilt as the Semperoper)
The Dresden Hoftheater (later rebuilt as the Semperoper)