Bells by Egantx7

Question 1

This piece of music calls for an entire carillon of bells, which are rarely used in modern performances. The bells are predominantly used in the second to last movement in which there is a recapitulation of the song "O Lord, Save Thy People", as well as the more famous final movement. Identify this piece which premiered on 20 August 1882 in a tent outside the unfinished Cathedral of Christ the Saviour. The composer conducted the American premiere in 1891 at the dedication of Carnegie Hall, though without the 16 cannon shots.

The Year of 1812 (1812 Overture)

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