Composer

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Clara Wieck Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Art Song

Compose Date

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Jun 8, 1841

Publication Date

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1990

Average_duration

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2:17

"Die gute Nacht" is a song composed by Clara Wieck Schumann, a German pianist and composer, in 1841. The song was premiered in Leipzig on January 25, 1842, with Clara herself performing the piano accompaniment and the singer being unknown. The song is part of a larger song cycle called "Sechs Lieder, Op. 13" (Six Songs, Op. 13), which was composed by Clara Wieck Schumann between 1841 and 1842. The song cycle was dedicated to Robert Schumann, Clara's husband and also a composer. "Die gute Nacht" is the first song in the cycle and sets the tone for the rest of the songs, which are all about love and longing. The song is in the key of E-flat major and has a slow tempo. It is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The piano part is simple and supportive, with a gentle and flowing melody that complements the voice. The vocal line is expressive and emotional, with long phrases and a wide range of dynamics. The text of the song is a poem by Ludwig Uhland, a German poet. The poem is about a lover saying goodnight to his beloved and expressing his sadness at having to leave her. The poem is full of imagery and metaphors, such as the stars in the sky and the waves on the shore, which Clara captures beautifully in her music. Overall, "Die gute Nacht" is a beautiful and poignant song that showcases Clara Wieck Schumann's talent as a composer. It is a testament to her ability to create music that is both expressive and technically accomplished, and it remains a beloved piece in the classical music repertoire.

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