Composer

:

E.J. Moeran

Genre

:

Choral

Style

:

Choral

Compose Date

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1929

Average_duration

:

10:37

Movement_count

:

7

Movement ....

'Songs of Springtime' is a choral work composed by E.J. Moeran in 1934. It was premiered on May 16, 1935, at the Royal College of Music in London. The piece consists of four movements, each of which is based on a different poem by A.E. Housman. The first movement, "Loveliest of Trees," is a setting of Housman's poem of the same name. It is a gentle and lyrical piece, with a flowing melody and delicate harmonies. The second movement, "When I Was One-and-Twenty," is a more lively and rhythmic piece, with a jaunty melody and a playful accompaniment. The third movement, "The Lent Lily," is a slower and more contemplative piece, with a haunting melody and rich harmonies. The final movement, "The Cherry Tree," is a joyful and exuberant piece, with a lively melody and a lively accompaniment. Overall, 'Songs of Springtime' is a beautiful and evocative work, with a strong sense of melody and harmony. Moeran's use of Housman's poetry adds an extra layer of meaning and depth to the music, making it a truly memorable and moving piece.

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