Roger Quilter
Autumn evening, Op. 14/1
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Composer:Roger QuilterGenre:VocalStyle:Vocal MusicCompose Date:1909 - 1910Average_duration:3:09"Autumn Evening, Op. 14/1" is a beautiful art song composed by Roger Quilter, a British composer, in 1905. The song is part of a collection of six songs titled "To Julia," which were composed between 1905 and 1908. The premiere of the song was in 1905, and it was performed by the famous English tenor Gervase Elwes. "Autumn Evening, Op. 14/1" is a single-movement song that lasts for approximately three minutes. The song is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The lyrics of the song are taken from a poem by Robert Bridges, a British poet, and the song is written in the key of F major. The song begins with a gentle and melancholic piano introduction that sets the mood for the piece. The vocal line enters with the first verse, which describes the beauty of an autumn evening. The melody is simple and lyrical, with a flowing rhythm that mimics the gentle breeze of the autumn evening. The piano accompaniment is delicate and supportive, providing a soft bed for the vocal line to rest on. The second verse of the song describes the fading light of the evening and the approaching darkness. The melody becomes more somber and introspective, reflecting the mood of the lyrics. The piano accompaniment becomes more complex, with a series of arpeggios and chromatic harmonies that add depth and complexity to the piece. The final verse of the song describes the beauty of the stars in the night sky. The melody becomes more expansive and soaring, with a sense of wonder and awe. The piano accompaniment becomes more grand and majestic, with a series of sweeping chords that evoke the vastness of the night sky. Overall, "Autumn Evening, Op. 14/1" is a beautiful and evocative art song that captures the mood and beauty of an autumn evening. The simple and lyrical melody, combined with the delicate and supportive piano accompaniment, creates a sense of intimacy and introspection that is both moving and memorable.More....
