Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1890 - 1893

Average_duration

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4:28

Georgian Song, Op. 4/4 is a choral work composed by Sergey Rachmaninov in 1892. The piece was premiered in Moscow in the same year. It is a part of the Four Songs, Op. 4, which were composed during Rachmaninov's early years as a composer. The piece is written for a four-part mixed choir and is set to a text by the Georgian poet Akaki Tsereteli. The text is in Georgian and the piece is often referred to as "Kakhi's Song" after the poet's nickname. The piece is characterized by its lush harmonies and rich textures, which are typical of Rachmaninov's style. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement is marked "Andante cantabile" and is characterized by its gentle, flowing melody. The second movement is marked "Allegro" and is more lively and energetic. The final movement is marked "Andante" and is a return to the gentle, flowing melody of the first movement. The piece is notable for its use of Georgian folk melodies, which Rachmaninov incorporates into his own unique style. The piece is also notable for its use of complex harmonies and textures, which are typical of Rachmaninov's later works. Overall, Georgian Song, Op. 4/4 is a beautiful and haunting choral work that showcases Rachmaninov's early style and his ability to incorporate folk melodies into his own unique style.

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