Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1840

Average_duration

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4:16

Robert Schumann's 'Auf das Trinkglas eines verstorbenen Freundes, Op. 35/6' is a song composed in 1840. It was premiered on December 1, 1840, in Leipzig, Germany, as part of Schumann's song cycle 'Dichterliebe' (A Poet's Love). The song is the sixth and final piece in the cycle. The song is written in a slow and mournful tempo, with a simple and repetitive piano accompaniment. The vocal melody is also simple, with a range of only a few notes. The text of the song is a poem by Heinrich Heine, which Schumann set to music. The poem is a tribute to a deceased friend, and the song expresses the sadness and grief of the speaker. The song is divided into two sections, with a brief instrumental interlude between them. The first section is in a minor key and is marked by a slow and mournful melody. The second section is in a major key and is marked by a more hopeful and uplifting melody. The instrumental interlude between the two sections is a brief and somber passage that serves to connect the two sections. The song is notable for its use of chromaticism, which was a hallmark of Schumann's style. The chromaticism is used to create a sense of tension and unease, which reflects the emotional turmoil of the speaker. The song is also notable for its use of dynamics, with the volume of the piano accompaniment rising and falling to reflect the emotional intensity of the text. Overall, 'Auf das Trinkglas eines verstorbenen Freundes, Op. 35/6' is a poignant and moving tribute to a deceased friend. The song is a testament to Schumann's skill as a composer, and it remains a beloved piece in the classical music repertoire.

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