Composer

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Felix Mendelssohn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Dec 31, 1834

Publication Date

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1836

Average_duration

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2:29

"Sun of the Sleepless" is a song composed by Felix Mendelssohn in 1824. It was premiered in Berlin in the same year. The song is part of a collection of six songs, Op. 67, which were composed for voice and piano. The song is set in the key of E-flat major and has a slow and melancholic tempo. It is divided into three distinct sections, each with its own character and mood. The first section is marked "Adagio," and features a simple and haunting melody sung by the voice. The piano accompaniment is sparse and delicate, providing a gentle backdrop for the voice. The second section is marked "Andante," and features a more complex and ornate melody. The piano accompaniment becomes more active, with arpeggios and runs that add to the sense of movement and tension in the music. The voice sings with greater intensity and emotion, building to a climax before returning to the more subdued mood of the opening section. The final section is marked "Adagio," and returns to the simplicity and melancholy of the opening. The voice sings a variation of the melody from the first section, while the piano accompaniment provides a gentle and soothing counterpoint. Overall, "Sun of the Sleepless" is a beautiful and haunting song that showcases Mendelssohn's skill as a composer of vocal music. The melody is simple yet memorable, and the piano accompaniment provides a delicate and evocative backdrop for the voice. The song is a testament to Mendelssohn's ability to create music that is both emotionally powerful and aesthetically pleasing.

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