Composer

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Charles Tomlinson Griffes

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1918

Publication Date

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1918

First Performance

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Mar 22, 1919

Average_duration

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10:08

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

'Poems by Fiona MacLeod (3)', Op. 11, A. 57-59 is a song cycle composed by Charles Tomlinson Griffes. The cycle consists of three songs, each based on a poem by Fiona MacLeod, a pseudonym used by the Scottish author William Sharp. The cycle was composed in 1912 and premiered on January 23, 1913, in New York City. The first song in the cycle is titled "The Lament of Ian the Proud". It is a mournful song that tells the story of a proud warrior who has lost his love. The music is characterized by its use of chromaticism and dissonance, which create a sense of tension and sadness. The vocal line is often accompanied by a sparse piano accompaniment, which adds to the sense of isolation and despair. The second song in the cycle is titled "The Dark Eyes to Mine". It is a love song that expresses the speaker's longing for their beloved. The music is characterized by its use of lush harmonies and sweeping melodies. The vocal line is often accompanied by a rich piano accompaniment, which adds to the sense of passion and intensity. The third and final song in the cycle is titled "The Rose of the Night". It is a mystical song that describes a beautiful rose that blooms only at night. The music is characterized by its use of exotic scales and modal harmonies, which create a sense of otherworldliness. The vocal line is often accompanied by a delicate piano accompaniment, which adds to the sense of mystery and enchantment. Overall, 'Poems by Fiona MacLeod (3)', Op. 11, A. 57-59 is a hauntingly beautiful song cycle that showcases Griffes' mastery of harmony and melody. The cycle is notable for its use of chromaticism, dissonance, lush harmonies, and exotic scales, which create a sense of tension, passion, and otherworldliness. The vocal lines are often accompanied by sparse or rich piano accompaniments, which add to the emotional impact of the songs.

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