Composer

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Alexander von Zemlinsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1900 - 1901

Average_duration

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2:08

"Selige Stunde, Op. 10/2" is a composition by Alexander von Zemlinsky, a prominent Austrian composer of the late Romantic era. The piece was composed in 1899 and premiered in Vienna in the same year. It is a part of a collection of six songs for voice and piano, collectively known as "Sechs Gesänge, Op. 10." "Selige Stunde" is the second song in the collection and is characterized by its lush harmonies and expressive melodies. The piece is written for a high voice, typically a soprano or tenor, and features a piano accompaniment that is both supportive and virtuosic. The song is divided into three distinct sections or movements. The first section is marked "Sehr langsam und innig" (very slow and intimate) and features a gentle, flowing melody that is sung over a rich, chromatic harmonic progression. The second section, marked "Etwas bewegter" (somewhat more animated), is more rhythmically active and features a more complex piano accompaniment. The final section, marked "Wieder sehr langsam" (again very slow), returns to the gentle, flowing melody of the opening section, but with a more elaborate piano accompaniment that adds a sense of grandeur and drama to the piece. Overall, "Selige Stunde" is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases Zemlinsky's skill as a composer of both vocal and instrumental music. Its lush harmonies and expressive melodies make it a favorite among singers and audiences alike, and it remains a popular choice for recitals and concerts to this day.

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