Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Average_duration

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2:20

Eine gute, gute Nacht, Op. 59/6 is a Lied composed by Johannes Brahms in 1873. It was premiered on January 20, 1874, in Vienna, with the composer himself at the piano and the baritone singer Julius Stockhausen. The song is part of the collection "Sieben Lieder, Op. 59" (Seven Songs, Op. 59), which Brahms composed for voice and piano. The song is in the key of E-flat major and has a moderate tempo. It consists of three stanzas, each with four lines, and a coda. The text is a poem by Georg Friedrich Daumer, which Brahms set to music. The poem describes a peaceful night, where the stars shine and the world is at rest. The singer bids farewell to the day and welcomes the night, wishing everyone a good night's sleep. The first movement of the song is marked "Andante con moto" and begins with a gentle piano introduction. The singer enters with the first stanza, singing softly and tenderly. The second movement is marked "Poco più animato" and is more lively than the first. The piano accompaniment becomes more active, and the singer's voice rises in intensity. The third movement is marked "Adagio" and is the most emotional of the three. The singer's voice becomes more expressive, and the piano accompaniment becomes more complex. The coda is marked "Andante" and brings the song to a peaceful close. The characteristics of Eine gute, gute Nacht, Op. 59/6 are typical of Brahms' Lieder. The song is characterized by its simple melody, expressive harmonies, and sensitive piano accompaniment. Brahms' use of chromaticism and modulation adds depth and complexity to the music. The song's emotional intensity builds gradually, culminating in the final stanza and coda. The text and music work together to create a sense of peace and tranquility, making it a popular choice for lullabies and bedtime songs.

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