Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1876 - 1877

Average_duration

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12:18

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Johannes Brahms composed his 'Songs (5), Op. 72' in 1877. The songs were premiered in Vienna on November 20, 1877, with Brahms himself accompanying the singer, Hermine Spies. The five songs are set to poems by Paul Flemming, Georg Friedrich Daumer, and Klaus Groth. The first song, "Alte Liebe," is a setting of a poem by Paul Flemming. It is a nostalgic reflection on a past love, with a melancholic melody that captures the bittersweet emotions of the text. The second song, "Sommerabend," is a setting of a poem by Georg Friedrich Daumer. It is a serene and peaceful song, with a gentle melody that evokes the tranquility of a summer evening. The third song, "Klage," is a setting of a poem by Paul Flemming. It is a mournful and somber song, with a slow and mournful melody that captures the sadness of the text. The fourth song, "Auf dem Kirchhofe," is a setting of a poem by Klaus Groth. It is a haunting and eerie song, with a dark and brooding melody that evokes the atmosphere of a graveyard. The final song, "Verrat," is a setting of a poem by Paul Flemming. It is a passionate and dramatic song, with a powerful melody that captures the intensity of the text. The song builds to a climactic ending, with Brahms' piano accompaniment adding to the drama and emotion of the piece. Overall, Brahms' 'Songs (5), Op. 72' are characterized by their emotional depth and expressive melodies. The songs are a testament to Brahms' skill as a composer, and they remain popular with singers and audiences alike.

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