Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song Collection

Compose Date

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Nov 19, 1889

Average_duration

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2:03

"Herz, verzage nicht geschwind" is a song from the "Spanisches Liederbuch" composed by Hugo Wolf. The "Spanisches Liederbuch" is a collection of 44 songs based on Spanish poetry translated into German by Emanuel Geibel and Paul Heyse. The collection was composed between 1889 and 1890 and premiered in 1891. "Herz, verzage nicht geschwind" is the 10th song in the collection and is a solo for soprano or tenor. The song is in the key of F major and has a moderate tempo. The song is divided into three sections, with the first and third sections being in a slower tempo and the middle section being faster. The song begins with a gentle and melancholic melody, with the singer urging the heart not to despair. The middle section is more lively and features a more complex melody, with the singer describing the joys of love. The final section returns to the slower tempo of the beginning, with the singer once again urging the heart not to despair. The song is characterized by its use of Spanish rhythms and melodies, which Wolf incorporates into his own unique style. The song also features Wolf's signature use of chromaticism, with the melody moving through a series of unexpected and complex harmonies. Overall, "Herz, verzage nicht geschwind" is a beautiful and haunting song that showcases Wolf's mastery of both Spanish and German musical traditions. It is a testament to the enduring power of the "Spanisches Liederbuch" and the enduring legacy of Hugo Wolf as one of the greatest composers of the late Romantic era.

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