Composer

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Leevi Madetoja

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song Cycle

Average_duration

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16:23

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

The 'Autumn Song Cycle, Op. 68' is a composition by Finnish composer Leevi Madetoja. It was composed in 1929 and premiered in Helsinki the same year. The song cycle consists of six movements, each of which is based on a poem by Finnish poet Eino Leino. The first movement, 'Autumn Evening', is a melancholic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second movement, 'The Wind', is a lively and energetic piece that captures the movement and force of the wind. The third movement, 'The Lonely Boat', is a hauntingly beautiful piece that evokes the feeling of being alone on a vast body of water. The fourth movement, 'The Autumn Night', is a peaceful and serene piece that captures the stillness and quiet of a clear autumn night. The fifth movement, 'The Autumn Song', is a joyful and celebratory piece that celebrates the beauty and bounty of the autumn season. The final movement, 'The Autumnal Hymn', is a solemn and reverent piece that reflects on the passing of time and the changing of the seasons. Madetoja's 'Autumn Song Cycle, Op. 68' is characterized by its use of rich harmonies, lush melodies, and evocative imagery. The composer's skillful use of orchestration and his ability to capture the essence of each poem make this song cycle a masterpiece of Finnish classical music.

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