Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1840

Average_duration

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2:16

'Wenn ich in deine Augen seh', Op. 48/4 is a song composed by Robert Schumann in 1840. It is part of his song cycle 'Dichterliebe', which consists of 16 songs set to poems by Heinrich Heine. The song cycle was composed during Schumann's "year of song" and is considered one of his most important works. 'Wenn ich in deine Augen seh' is the fourth song in the cycle and is a slow, lyrical piece in 6/8 time. The song is in the key of F major and is marked "innig" (intimate) and "sehr langsam" (very slow). The piano accompaniment is simple and delicate, with arpeggiated chords and a gentle melody that supports the singer's voice. The song is characterized by its tender and romantic lyrics, which express the speaker's love and devotion to his beloved. The opening lines, "Wenn ich in deine Augen seh, / So schwindet all mein Leid und Weh" (When I look into your eyes, / All my pain and sorrow vanish), set the tone for the rest of the song. The speaker goes on to describe the beauty of his beloved's eyes and how they bring him peace and happiness. The song is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct melody and mood. The first section is slow and introspective, with the singer expressing his love in a gentle and tender manner. The second section is more passionate and intense, with the singer declaring his love with greater fervor. The final section returns to the gentle mood of the opening, with the singer expressing his devotion and longing for his beloved. 'Wenn ich in deine Augen seh' was premiered in 1840 as part of the 'Dichterliebe' song cycle. The cycle was an immediate success and has since become one of Schumann's most beloved works. The song has been performed and recorded by many singers and is considered a classic of the German lieder repertoire.

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