Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Part Song

Compose Date

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1874

Average_duration

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2:44

'Zum Schluss, Op. 65/15' is a composition by Johannes Brahms, a German composer and pianist of the Romantic era. The piece was composed in 1875 and premiered on November 12, 1875, in Vienna, Austria. It is the final piece in Brahms' Opus 65, a collection of 20 songs for voice and piano. The piece is a solo song for voice and piano, with a text by Friedrich Rückert. It is written in the key of E-flat major and has a moderate tempo. The song is divided into three distinct sections, or movements, each with its own unique characteristics. The first movement begins with a gentle, flowing melody in the piano, which is soon joined by the voice. The lyrics speak of the beauty of nature and the passing of time, with the narrator reflecting on the fleeting nature of life. The melody is simple and understated, with a sense of melancholy and nostalgia. The second movement is more dramatic, with a faster tempo and a more complex piano accompaniment. The lyrics speak of the narrator's desire to be reunited with a loved one, and the music reflects this sense of urgency and longing. The melody is more passionate and intense, with a sense of yearning and desperation. The final movement returns to the gentle, flowing melody of the first, but with a sense of finality and closure. The lyrics speak of the narrator's acceptance of the inevitability of death, and the music reflects this sense of resignation and peace. The melody is simple and serene, with a sense of acceptance and calm. Overall, 'Zum Schluss, Op. 65/15' is a beautiful and poignant composition that showcases Brahms' skill as a composer and his ability to convey complex emotions through music. Its three distinct movements each offer a unique perspective on the themes of nature, love, and mortality, and the piece as a whole is a powerful reflection on the human experience.

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