Composer

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Charles Gounod

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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ca. 1840 - 1848

Average_duration

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26:06

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Charles Gounod's 'Mélodies (6)' is a collection of six songs composed for voice and piano. The collection was composed in 1856 and premiered in the same year. The six songs in the collection are 'Au rossignol', 'Le temps des roses', 'Sérénade', 'Le soir', 'Venise' and 'Le temps des lilas'. The first song, 'Au rossignol', is a romantic and lyrical piece that features a beautiful melody and a flowing piano accompaniment. The second song, 'Le temps des roses', is a nostalgic piece that evokes memories of a bygone era. The third song, 'Sérénade', is a lively and playful piece that features a catchy melody and a rhythmic piano accompaniment. The fourth song, 'Le soir', is a melancholic and introspective piece that features a haunting melody and a sparse piano accompaniment. The fifth song, 'Venise', is a romantic and atmospheric piece that evokes the beauty and mystery of the city of Venice. The final song, 'Le temps des lilas', is a poignant and introspective piece that features a beautiful melody and a delicate piano accompaniment. Overall, 'Mélodies (6)' is a collection of beautiful and evocative songs that showcase Gounod's skill as a composer of vocal music. The songs are characterized by their lyrical melodies, expressive harmonies, and sensitive piano accompaniments. They are a testament to Gounod's ability to capture the emotions and moods of the human voice through music.

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