Which piece by Gounod is an elaboration of a Bach work?
Boléro
Clair de Lune
Ave Maria
Gymnopédie
Answer
Ave Maria, a renowned composition by Charles Gounod, stands as an exquisite variation on Johann Sebastian Bach's "Prelude No. 1 in C major" from "The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1." Gounod's masterful adaptation transformed Bach's instrumental piece into a hauntingly beautiful vocal composition, preserving the core melody while adding a layer of emotional depth and spiritual contemplation.
Melodies in Motion: Exploring the Musical Legacy of Charles Gounod
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