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“Gabriel’s Message” is a Christmas carol based on the biblical story of the Annunciation, where the angel Gabriel delivers the message to the Virgin Mary that she will conceive and give birth to Jesus, the Son of God. The carol is also known as “The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came.”

“Gabriel’s Message” is a piece that accommodates a range of skill levels, making it accessible to both intermediate and advanced pianists. The composition’s moderate tempo and relatively simple harmonic structure provide an excellent opportunity for intermediate players to refine their expressive playing and dynamic control. More advanced pianists can delve deeper into the nuances of the piece, adding personal interpretations and embellishments to elevate the performance.

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