Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Sep 28, 1888

Average_duration

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2:48

Hugo Wolf's 'Das Ständchen (Eichendorff Lieder)' is a song cycle composed in 1888. The premiere of the song cycle took place in Vienna in 1890. The song cycle consists of six movements, each of which is based on a poem by Joseph von Eichendorff. The first movement, 'Der Mond hat eine schwere Klag' erhoben,' is a slow and melancholic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second movement, 'Schon streckt' ich aus im Bett,' is a lively and playful piece that contrasts with the first movement. The third movement, 'In dem Schatten meiner Locken,' is a slow and introspective piece that explores themes of love and loss. The fourth movement, 'Wenn du zu den Blumen gehst,' is a lively and upbeat piece that celebrates the beauty of nature. The fifth movement, 'Auf dem grünen Balkon,' is a slow and romantic piece that explores themes of love and longing. The final movement, 'Und willst du deinen Liebsten sterben sehen,' is a slow and mournful piece that brings the cycle to a close. The characteristics of 'Das Ständchen (Eichendorff Lieder)' are typical of Hugo Wolf's style. The song cycle is characterized by its use of chromaticism, which creates a sense of tension and unease. The cycle also features Wolf's signature use of word painting, in which the music reflects the meaning of the text. Overall, 'Das Ständchen (Eichendorff Lieder)' is a beautiful and haunting song cycle that showcases Hugo Wolf's mastery of the art song form. Its exploration of themes of love, loss, and nature make it a timeless work that continues to captivate audiences today.

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