Composer

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Antonin Dvorák

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Jul 1, 1865 - Jul 27, 1865

Average_duration

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40:19

Movement_count

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18

Movement ....

Antonin Dvorák's "Cypresses, B. 11" is a collection of 12 songs for voice and piano, composed in 1865. The songs are based on poems by Gustav Pfleger-Moravsky, a friend of Dvorák's. The premiere of the work was in 1887, when Dvorák arranged the songs for string quartet. The 12 songs are divided into two sets of six, with each set having its own distinct character. The first set is more melancholic and introspective, while the second set is more lively and playful. The first song, "I Know That on My Love to Thee," sets the tone for the entire collection with its mournful melody and introspective lyrics. The second song, "Nature Lies Peaceful in Slumber and Dreaming," is a gentle lullaby that evokes the peacefulness of nature. The third song, "When Thy Sweet Glances Fall on Me," is a tender love song that expresses the joy of being in love. The fourth song, "Death Reigns in Many a Human Breast," is a somber meditation on the inevitability of death. The fifth song, "Ah, Why Art Thou So Sad?" is a plaintive plea for comfort and understanding. The sixth song, "Thou Only Dear One, Hear My Prayer," is a heartfelt prayer for the beloved's safety and well-being. The second set of songs begins with "In the Depths of the Forest," a lively and playful song that celebrates the beauty of nature. The second song, "The Golden Sunbeams," is a joyful celebration of the sun's warmth and light. The third song, "When Thy Sweet Glances Fall on Me," is a lively dance that expresses the joy of being in love. The fourth song, "The World Is Beautiful," is a cheerful song that celebrates the beauty of the world. The fifth song, "The Fiddler," is a lively dance that evokes the joy of music and dancing. The final song, "O, My Love, I Yearn for Thee," is a tender love song that expresses the longing for the beloved's presence. Overall, "Cypresses, B. 11" is a collection of songs that explores the many facets of love and life. The songs are characterized by their beautiful melodies, expressive lyrics, and emotional depth. The work is a testament to Dvorák's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of human emotion in music.

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