Composer

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Frank Bridge

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1903

Average_duration

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1:51

"Blow blow thou winter wind" is a song composed by Frank Bridge, a British composer, violist, and conductor. The song was composed in 1926 and premiered in the same year. It is a part of his song cycle titled "Three Songs for Voice, Viola, and Piano." The song has three movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement is marked "Moderato," and it begins with a melancholic viola solo that sets the mood for the entire song. The piano and voice then enter, and the melody is carried by the voice. The lyrics are taken from Shakespeare's play "As You Like It," and they describe the harshness of winter and the sadness it brings. The second movement is marked "Allegro," and it is more upbeat than the first. The viola takes the lead in this movement, and the piano and voice provide accompaniment. The lyrics describe the joy of spring and the hope it brings. The final movement is marked "Lento," and it is the most emotional of the three. The viola and piano provide a hauntingly beautiful accompaniment to the voice, which sings of the pain of lost love. The lyrics are taken from Shakespeare's play "Twelfth Night," and they describe the heartache of unrequited love. Overall, "Blow blow thou winter wind" is a beautiful and emotional song that showcases Bridge's skill as a composer. The use of Shakespearean lyrics adds to the song's depth and meaning, and the combination of voice, viola, and piano creates a unique and haunting sound.

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