Composer

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Franz Xaver Wolfgang Mozart

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1820

Average_duration

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10:04

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Franz Xaver Wolfgang Mozart, the youngest son of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, composed 'Deutsche Lieder (3) for voice & piano, Op. 27' in 1826. The work premiered in Vienna in the same year. The three movements of the work are titled 'An die Natur' (To Nature), 'Sehnsucht' (Longing), and 'Der Abend' (The Evening). The first movement, 'An die Natur', is a lyrical and contemplative piece that praises the beauty of nature. The piano accompaniment is delicate and flowing, while the vocal line is expressive and melodic. The text, written by the composer himself, reflects on the power and majesty of nature and the emotions it evokes in the speaker. The second movement, 'Sehnsucht', is a more dramatic and passionate piece. The piano accompaniment is more forceful and the vocal line is more intense. The text, written by the German poet Friedrich von Schiller, expresses a deep longing for something unattainable, perhaps love or freedom. The music reflects the emotional intensity of the text, with soaring vocal lines and dramatic piano interludes. The final movement, 'Der Abend', is a peaceful and reflective piece that evokes the calm of the evening. The piano accompaniment is gentle and serene, while the vocal line is soothing and contemplative. The text, written by the German poet Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, reflects on the beauty of the sunset and the peace it brings. The music captures the tranquility of the evening, with soft vocal lines and gentle piano arpeggios. Overall, 'Deutsche Lieder (3) for voice & piano, Op. 27' is a beautiful and expressive work that showcases Franz Xaver Wolfgang Mozart's talent as a composer. The three movements are distinct in character and emotion, but they are united by their lyrical beauty and expressive power.

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