Composer

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Richard Strauss

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1894

Average_duration

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3:19

"Heimliche Aufforderung, Op. 27/3" is a song composed by Richard Strauss in 1894. It is part of his collection of six songs, Op. 27, which were composed between 1894 and 1895. The song was premiered in 1895 in Berlin, with the composer himself accompanying the singer. The song is written for a high voice and piano, and it is set to a poem by John Henry Mackay. The poem tells the story of a secret invitation to love, where the speaker urges his beloved to come to him secretly, away from the prying eyes of the world. The music is characterized by its lush harmonies and soaring melodies, which perfectly capture the romantic and passionate nature of the poem. The song is divided into three distinct sections, each with its own unique character. The first section is marked "Sehr mäßig" (very moderate) and is characterized by a gentle, flowing melody in the piano. The singer enters with a soft, almost whispered vocal line, which gradually builds in intensity as the song progresses. The second section is marked "Etwas bewegter" (somewhat more animated) and features a more lively and rhythmic piano accompaniment. The vocal line becomes more declamatory, with the singer urging his beloved to come to him with increasing urgency. The final section is marked "Sehr ruhig" (very calm) and returns to the gentle, flowing melody of the opening section. The singer's voice becomes more tender and intimate, as he whispers his invitation to love one last time. Overall, "Heimliche Aufforderung, Op. 27/3" is a beautiful and passionate song that perfectly captures the romantic spirit of the late 19th century. Its lush harmonies and soaring melodies make it a favorite among singers and audiences alike, and it remains one of Strauss's most beloved works to this day.

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