Composer

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Carl Nielsen

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1902 - 1907

Movement_count

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7

Movement ....

Carl Nielsen's 'Strophic Songs (7)', FS 42, Op. 21, is a collection of seven songs composed between 1891 and 1894. The songs were premiered in 1894 in Copenhagen, Denmark. The collection is written for voice and piano and is characterized by its simple, strophic form. The first song in the collection, "The Fog is Lifting," is a gentle and melancholic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. The second song, "The Sky is Clouded," is more upbeat and features a lively piano accompaniment. The third song, "The Sun is Sinking," is a slow and contemplative piece that showcases Nielsen's skill at creating a sense of atmosphere through music. The fourth song, "The Wind is Blowing," is a lively and playful piece that features a syncopated piano accompaniment. The fifth song, "The Moon is Beaming," is a gentle and romantic piece that features a soaring vocal melody. The sixth song, "The Spring is Coming," is a joyful and optimistic piece that celebrates the arrival of spring. The final song in the collection, "The Night is Darkening," is a haunting and atmospheric piece that features a sparse piano accompaniment and a sense of foreboding. Throughout the collection, Nielsen's use of strophic form allows the listener to focus on the lyrics and the emotions they convey. Overall, 'Strophic Songs (7)' is a beautiful and evocative collection of songs that showcases Nielsen's skill as a composer. The collection is characterized by its simple yet effective use of strophic form, which allows the listener to fully appreciate the beauty of the lyrics and the emotions they convey.

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