Composer

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Clara Wieck Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Art Song

Compose Date

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Jun 1846

Publication Date

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1848

Average_duration

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1:55

"Mein Stern" is a Lied composed by Clara Wieck Schumann, a German pianist and composer, in 1841. The piece was premiered in Leipzig on January 1, 1842, with Clara herself performing the piano accompaniment and the singer being unknown. The Lied is written in the key of A-flat major and consists of three movements. The first movement is marked "Andante con moto" and begins with a gentle piano introduction that sets the mood for the piece. The singer then enters with the first verse, which speaks of a star that shines brightly in the sky. The melody is simple and flowing, with occasional flourishes in the piano accompaniment that add to the overall beauty of the piece. The second movement is marked "Allegro vivace" and is more lively than the first. The singer's voice becomes more animated as they sing of the star's radiance and how it illuminates the night sky. The piano accompaniment is more complex in this movement, with rapid arpeggios and runs that add to the sense of movement and energy. The final movement is marked "Andante" and returns to the gentle mood of the first movement. The singer's voice becomes more subdued as they sing of the star's beauty and how it brings comfort to those who gaze upon it. The piano accompaniment is simple and understated, allowing the singer's voice to take center stage. Overall, "Mein Stern" is a beautiful and expressive Lied that showcases Clara Wieck Schumann's talent as both a composer and pianist. The piece is characterized by its simple yet elegant melody, flowing piano accompaniment, and expressive lyrics that speak of the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

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