Composer

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Carl Nielsen

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1917 - 1921

Average_duration

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4:03

Carl Nielsen's 'A Fisherman Sat So Pensive, FS 95/5' is a song cycle composed in 1912. It premiered on January 22, 1913, in Copenhagen, Denmark. The cycle consists of five movements, each of which is based on a poem by the Danish poet Johannes V. Jensen. The first movement, 'The Fog is Lifting', is a slow and atmospheric piece that sets the scene for the rest of the cycle. The second movement, 'The Sea is So Wide and My Boat is So Small', is a lively and rhythmic piece that captures the excitement and danger of being out at sea. The third movement, 'The Waves are Rolling', is a slow and mournful piece that reflects on the power and beauty of the ocean. The fourth movement, 'The Fisherman's Song', is a lively and playful piece that celebrates the joy of fishing. The final movement, 'The Sun is Setting', is a slow and contemplative piece that reflects on the passing of time and the beauty of nature. Throughout the cycle, Nielsen's music captures the mood and imagery of Jensen's poetry. The music is often atmospheric and evocative, with a strong sense of melody and rhythm. Nielsen's use of orchestration is particularly effective, with the music often building to powerful climaxes that reflect the drama and power of the sea. Overall, 'A Fisherman Sat So Pensive' is a beautiful and evocative song cycle that captures the spirit of the Danish coast and the people who live and work there. It remains one of Nielsen's most popular and enduring works, and is a testament to his skill as a composer and his deep love of nature.

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