Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1881 - 1882

Average_duration

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9:34

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Johannes Brahms composed his 'Romances and songs (5), Op. 84' in 1877. The work was premiered in the same year in Vienna, with Brahms himself accompanying the singer, Hermine Spies. The five movements of the work are settings of poems by various poets, including Heinrich Heine and Felix Schumann. The first movement, 'Weg der Liebe' (Path of Love), is a tender and lyrical setting of a poem by Friedrich Halm. The second movement, 'Meine Liebe ist grün' (My Love is Green), is a playful and lively setting of a poem by Heinrich Heine. The third movement, 'Ein Wanderer' (A Wanderer), is a melancholic and introspective setting of a poem by Felix Schumann. The fourth movement, 'Die Mainacht' (The May Night), is a passionate and romantic setting of a poem by Ludwig Hölty. The final movement, 'Wir wandelten' (We Wandered), is a nostalgic and wistful setting of a poem by Felix Schumann. The 'Romances and songs (5), Op. 84' showcase Brahms' mastery of the art song genre. The settings are sensitive and nuanced, with Brahms' music perfectly complementing the mood and meaning of the poems. The piano accompaniment is intricate and expressive, providing a rich and varied backdrop for the singer. The vocal lines are lyrical and expressive, with Brahms' use of chromaticism and dissonance adding depth and complexity to the music. Overall, the 'Romances and songs (5), Op. 84' are a beautiful and moving collection of art songs, showcasing Brahms' skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the art of songwriting.

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