Composer

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Emmanuel Chabrier

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Art Song

Compose Date

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1890

Average_duration

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18:14

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Emmanuel Chabrier's 'Mélodies (6)' is a collection of six songs composed for voice and piano. The collection was composed in 1870 and premiered in Paris in the same year. The six songs in the collection are 'Les Cigales', 'L'Île heureuse', 'Toutes les fleurs', 'Sérénade', 'Lied', and 'Villanelle des petits canards'. The first song, 'Les Cigales', is a lively and playful piece that captures the sound of cicadas in the summer. The second song, 'L'Île heureuse', is a dreamy and romantic piece that evokes the image of a happy island. The third song, 'Toutes les fleurs', is a tender and melancholic piece that speaks of the beauty and fragility of flowers. The fourth song, 'Sérénade', is a passionate and dramatic piece that expresses the longing of a lover for his beloved. The fifth song, 'Lied', is a gentle and introspective piece that reflects on the passing of time and the fleeting nature of life. The final song, 'Villanelle des petits canards', is a cheerful and humorous piece that tells the story of a group of little ducks. Overall, 'Mélodies (6)' is a diverse collection of songs that showcases Chabrier's versatility as a composer. The songs range from playful and lighthearted to tender and melancholic, and each one is characterized by Chabrier's skillful use of melody and harmony. The collection is a testament to Chabrier's talent as a composer of vocal music and remains a beloved work in the repertoire of French art song.

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