Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1826

Average_duration

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3:23

"Lied der Mignon" is a song composed by Franz Schubert in 1826. It is the third song in his song cycle "Lieder aus Wilhelm Meister" (Songs from Wilhelm Meister), Op. 62. The song was premiered in Vienna in 1826. The song is in A minor and has a slow tempo. It is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The text is taken from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's novel "Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship" and is sung by the character Mignon. The song is divided into three stanzas, each with its own melody and mood. The first stanza is marked "Sehr langsam und ausdrucksvoll" (very slow and expressive) and is characterized by a mournful melody. Mignon sings of her longing for her homeland and her desire to be reunited with her family. The piano accompaniment is sparse and melancholic, adding to the overall sense of sadness. The second stanza is marked "Etwas bewegter" (somewhat more animated) and has a more hopeful tone. Mignon sings of her love for a young man and her belief that they will be reunited in the afterlife. The melody is more flowing and the piano accompaniment is more active, reflecting the change in mood. The third and final stanza is marked "Langsam und zart" (slow and tender) and is the shortest of the three. Mignon sings of her desire to be buried in the same grave as her lover. The melody is gentle and the piano accompaniment is delicate, creating a sense of intimacy and vulnerability. Overall, "Lied der Mignon" is a poignant and emotional song that showcases Schubert's ability to capture the mood and meaning of a text through music. The song is a testament to Schubert's skill as a composer and his ability to create music that is both beautiful and deeply moving.

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