Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1827

Average_duration

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10:42

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Franz Schubert's 'Songs (3), D. 902', also known as 'Schwanengesang' (Swan Song), is a collection of songs composed in 1828, just a few months before his death. The premiere of the songs was held in Vienna in 1829, a year after Schubert's death. The collection consists of thirteen songs, but only the last three songs are officially known as 'Songs (3), D. 902'. These three songs are 'Liebesbotschaft' (Love's Message), 'Kriegers Ahnung' (Warrior's Foreboding), and 'Der Atlas' (Atlas). The songs were originally published together as a set, but they are often performed separately. The first song, 'Liebesbotschaft', is a love song that tells the story of a messenger who is sent to deliver a message of love to the singer's beloved. The song is characterized by its flowing melody and gentle accompaniment, which create a sense of tenderness and longing. The second song, 'Kriegers Ahnung', is a more somber piece that tells the story of a warrior who has a premonition of his own death. The song is characterized by its mournful melody and sparse accompaniment, which create a sense of foreboding and sadness. The third and final song, 'Der Atlas', is a dramatic piece that tells the story of Atlas, the Titan who was condemned to hold up the heavens on his shoulders. The song is characterized by its powerful melody and dramatic accompaniment, which create a sense of strength and determination. Overall, 'Songs (3), D. 902' is a beautiful and poignant collection of songs that showcases Schubert's mastery of melody and his ability to convey a wide range of emotions through his music.

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