Composer

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Jules Massenet

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1866

Average_duration

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17:24

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

Jules Massenet's "Poème d'avril (8), Op. 14" is a collection of eight songs for voice and piano, composed in 1867. The work was premiered in the same year, with Massenet accompanying the singer, Marie Heilbron, on the piano. The eight movements of the work are titled "Le Printemps," "Le Soir," "Le Matin," "Le Ruisseau," "Le Papillon," "Le Rossignol," "Le Temps," and "Le Bonheur." Each movement is a musical depiction of a different aspect of springtime, from the blooming of flowers to the songs of birds. The characteristics of the work are typical of Massenet's style, with lush harmonies and expressive melodies. The vocal lines are often ornamented with florid runs and trills, showcasing the singer's virtuosity. The piano accompaniment is also highly decorative, with arpeggiated figures and delicate filigree. Overall, "Poème d'avril (8), Op. 14" is a charming and evocative work that captures the beauty and joy of springtime. Its combination of vocal and instrumental virtuosity, along with its vivid musical imagery, make it a beloved piece in the repertoire of French art song.

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