Composer

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Richard Strauss

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1885

Average_duration

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3:43

"Die Georgine, Op. 10/4" is a song composed by Richard Strauss in 1885. It was premiered on December 8, 1885, in Munich, Germany. The song is part of a collection of six songs, Op. 10, which were composed during Strauss's early years as a composer. The song is set to a poem by the German poet Adolf Friedrich von Schack. The poem describes the beauty of the Georgine flower, which is a type of daisy. The song is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The song is in a simple ABA form, with the A section being in a lilting 6/8 time signature and the B section in a more flowing 4/4 time signature. The melody is simple and lyrical, with a gentle rise and fall that reflects the beauty of the flower described in the poem. The piano accompaniment is also simple, with a gentle arpeggio pattern that supports the melody without overpowering it. The harmonies are mostly diatonic, with occasional chromaticism that adds a touch of color to the music. Overall, "Die Georgine, Op. 10/4" is a charming and delicate song that showcases Strauss's early talent as a composer. Its simple melody and accompaniment make it accessible to a wide range of performers and audiences, while its poetic text and musical beauty make it a timeless work of art.

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