Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1857

'Mit Lust tät ich ausreiten, WoO 34/2' is a German lied composed by Johannes Brahms. The composition date of this piece is uncertain, but it is believed to have been composed in the early 1860s. The premiere of this piece is also unknown. The piece is a solo vocal work with piano accompaniment. It consists of a single movement and has a duration of approximately two minutes. The text of the piece is a poem by Georg Friedrich Daumer, which tells the story of a knight who longs to ride out into the world and experience all that it has to offer. The piece is characterized by its lively and energetic melody, which is supported by a driving piano accompaniment. The vocal line is relatively simple, with a range of only a few notes, but it is full of rhythmic and melodic interest. The piano accompaniment is similarly lively and rhythmic, with a strong sense of forward motion. Overall, 'Mit Lust tät ich ausreiten, WoO 34/2' is a charming and engaging piece that showcases Brahms' skill as a composer of lieder. Its lively melody and energetic accompaniment make it a popular choice for recitals and concerts, and it remains a beloved work in the vocal repertoire.

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