Composer

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Ludvig Norman

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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12:29

Ludvig Norman's 'Songs (7), Op. 15' is a collection of seven songs for voice and piano. The composition was completed in 1865 and premiered in Stockholm, Sweden, the same year. The songs are set to Swedish texts by various poets, including Viktor Rydberg and Erik Johan Stagnelius. The first song, 'Sommarnatt' (Summer Night), is a romantic and dreamy piece that captures the essence of a warm summer night. The second song, 'Vid havet' (By the Sea), is a melancholic and introspective piece that reflects on the vastness and beauty of the sea. The third song, 'Sång' (Song), is a lively and playful piece that celebrates the joy of singing. The fourth song, 'Vid en källa' (By a Spring), is a serene and peaceful piece that evokes the tranquility of a forest spring. The fifth song, 'Vid en grav' (By a Grave), is a somber and reflective piece that contemplates the fleeting nature of life. The sixth song, 'Vid en älv' (By a River), is a lively and energetic piece that captures the flow and movement of a river. The final song, 'Vid en kyrka' (By a Church), is a majestic and grand piece that celebrates the beauty and power of a church. The songs are characterized by Norman's use of rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and sensitive accompaniments that enhance the emotional impact of the texts. Overall, 'Songs (7), Op. 15' is a beautiful and varied collection of songs that showcases Norman's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of different moods and emotions.

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