Composer

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Percy Grainger

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1906 - 1907

Publication Date

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1912

Average_duration

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1:26

"Died for Love" is a song composed by Percy Grainger for female voice and piano. The piece was composed in 1909 and premiered in London in 1910. The song is based on a traditional English folk song of the same name. The piece is composed of three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is slow and mournful, with a simple melody that is repeated throughout the piece. The second movement is more lively and rhythmic, with a faster tempo and more complex harmonies. The third movement returns to the slow, mournful character of the first movement, but with a more complex and varied melody. The piece is characterized by Grainger's use of folk melodies and his interest in exploring the expressive possibilities of the human voice. The simple, repetitive melody of the first movement is contrasted with the more complex harmonies and rhythms of the second movement, creating a sense of tension and release. The third movement brings the piece full circle, returning to the mournful character of the first movement but with a more developed and varied melody. Overall, "Died for Love" is a haunting and expressive piece that showcases Grainger's skill as a composer and his interest in exploring the expressive possibilities of traditional folk melodies.

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