Composer

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Ludwig van Beethoven

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1790 - 1792

Average_duration

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4:11

"Mit Mädeln sich vertragen" is a German folk song that was arranged by Ludwig van Beethoven in 1814. The song is also known as "Muss ein lieber Vater sein" and is a part of his collection of folk song arrangements. The song was premiered in Vienna in 1814. The song has a simple structure and is composed in a 3/4 time signature. It consists of two verses and a chorus. The melody is light and cheerful, and the lyrics are humorous and playful. The song is sung in German and is about a father who advises his son to be kind and gentle with girls if he wants to win their hearts. The first verse of the song talks about how a boy should behave with girls. The father advises his son to be kind and gentle with them, to be polite and respectful, and to always be honest. The second verse talks about how a girl should behave with boys. The father advises his son to be patient and understanding, to listen to what the boy has to say, and to be willing to compromise. The chorus of the song is a repetition of the first line of the first verse, "Mit Mädeln sich vertragen, das ist eine schöne Sache" which means "Getting along with girls is a beautiful thing". The chorus is repeated after each verse, and the melody is slightly different each time. The song is a part of Beethoven's collection of folk song arrangements, which he composed during his later years. These arrangements were a departure from his usual style of composing, which was more serious and complex. The folk song arrangements were simpler and more accessible, and were intended to be enjoyed by a wider audience. "Mit Mädeln sich vertragen" is a lighthearted and playful song that showcases Beethoven's ability to compose in a variety of styles. The song is still popular today and is often performed by choirs and vocal ensembles.

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