- Magnificat Sexti Toni
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Although there are ten fugues in all, the first is divided into three distinct sections, the middle one being what one would call an episode in later
fugues (that is, it doesn't contain the fugue subject). Fugues 2 and 3 are in 12/8 meter and also make much use is made of repeated notes, which gives
them a gentle bounce. Fugue 4 returns to common time, but not only continues the repeated notes but adds a snappy ornament to the subject. The subject
for Fugue 5 has a sing-songy quality which seems best dealt with by playing very fast. Fugues 6 and 7 continue with the repeated note subject. Fugues
8 and 9 introduce a series of ascending fourths into the subject, and Fugue 10 has a reveille-like motiv which calls definite attention to every
entrance.
Instrument:
Organ/Harpsichord, made from Buzard Opus 3 and Martin Harpsichord.
Samples by Brett Milan
- Chorale Text
German:
Meine Seele erhebet den Herrn, und mein Geist freuet sich Gottes meines Heilands.
English:
My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my Spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour.
--St. Luke 1:46-47
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