Composer

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Reynaldo Hahn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Chanson

Publication Date

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1955

Average_duration

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3:38

Je me souviens is a song cycle composed by Reynaldo Hahn, a Venezuelan-born French composer, in 1913. The premiere of the song cycle took place on May 6, 1913, at the Salle Gaveau in Paris, with the composer himself accompanying the singer, Jane Bathori. Je me souviens consists of six songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, "L'heure exquise" (The Exquisite Hour), is a delicate and dreamy piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, "Offrande" (Offering), is a more lively and playful piece, with a dance-like rhythm and a sense of joy and celebration. The third song, "Villanelle" (Villanelle), is a pastoral piece that evokes the beauty of the countryside. The fourth song, "Fêtes galantes" (Gallant Festivities), is a wistful and nostalgic piece that reflects on the passing of time and the transience of life. The fifth song, "Dans la nuit" (In the Night), is a haunting and atmospheric piece that captures the mystery and allure of the night. The final song, "Je me souviens" (I Remember), is a reflective and introspective piece that brings the cycle to a close with a sense of quiet contemplation. Overall, Je me souviens is characterized by its lyrical melodies, delicate harmonies, and evocative use of imagery and mood. It is a quintessentially French work, with a sense of refinement and elegance that reflects the composer's own background and upbringing.

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