Composer

:

Charles Koechlin

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Chanson

Compose Date

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1935

Average_duration

:

10:03

Movement_count

:

7

Movement ....

Sept Chansons pour Gladys, Op. 151 is a song cycle composed by Charles Koechlin in 1943. The cycle is dedicated to Gladys Swarthout, an American mezzo-soprano who was a close friend of Koechlin. The cycle consists of seven songs, each with its own unique character and mood. The premiere of Sept Chansons pour Gladys took place in New York City in 1944, with Swarthout performing the songs. The cycle was well-received by audiences and critics alike, with many praising Koechlin's ability to capture the essence of each song's text through his music. The first song in the cycle, "Le temps a laissé son manteau", is a lively and playful piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, "Le rossignol", is a hauntingly beautiful piece that showcases Swarthout's vocal range and control. The third song, "Le temps des lilas", is a nostalgic and romantic piece that features a lush orchestration and a soaring vocal line. The fourth song, "Le voyage", is a dramatic and intense piece that explores themes of love and loss. The fifth song, "Le ciel est, par-dessus le toit", is a serene and peaceful piece that features a simple and elegant melody. The sixth song, "Le pauvre laboureur", is a melancholic and introspective piece that features a sparse and delicate accompaniment. The final song in the cycle, "Le temps a laissé son manteau", is a reprise of the first song, but with a more subdued and reflective tone. Overall, Sept Chansons pour Gladys is a masterful work that showcases Koechlin's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of each song's text through his music.

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