Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1894

Average_duration

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1:29

"Erlaube mir, feins Mädchen, WoO 33/2" is a lied composed by Johannes Brahms in 1862. It was premiered in Vienna in the same year. The piece is part of a collection of five songs, known as the "Fünf Lieder, Op. 49," which were composed for voice and piano. The song is in the key of A minor and has a moderate tempo. It is written in a simple A-B-A form, with the A section being repeated at the end. The piano accompaniment is relatively simple, with a steady rhythm and a few melodic flourishes. The text of the song is a poem by Friedrich Rückert, which tells the story of a young man who is trying to win the heart of a young woman. He asks her to allow him to be her lover and promises to be faithful and true. The poem is full of romantic imagery, with references to flowers, birds, and the moon. Brahms' setting of the poem is characterized by its simplicity and directness. The melody is straightforward and easy to sing, with a few expressive flourishes in the second half of the song. The piano accompaniment is supportive but not overly ornate, allowing the singer to shine. Overall, "Erlaube mir, feins Mädchen, WoO 33/2" is a charming and romantic song that showcases Brahms' skill as a composer of lieder. Its simplicity and directness make it accessible to singers and audiences alike, while its expressive melody and romantic imagery make it a timeless classic of the genre.

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