Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1874

Average_duration

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3:25

"All meine Herzgedanken, Op. 62/5" is a German lied composed by Johannes Brahms in 1874. The song is part of a collection of six lieder, which Brahms composed for solo voice and piano. The premiere of the song was in Vienna in 1874, with the composer himself accompanying the singer. The song is divided into three movements, with the first and third movements being in the same key of E-flat major, while the second movement is in the key of C minor. The first movement is marked "Andante con moto," and it begins with a gentle piano introduction that sets the mood for the song. The singer then enters with the first verse, which speaks of the singer's heart being filled with thoughts of love for their beloved. The melody is lyrical and flowing, with a sense of yearning and tenderness. The second movement is marked "Allegro di molto," and it is more dramatic and intense than the first movement. The piano accompaniment is more forceful, and the singer's voice rises to a higher register as they sing of the pain and longing they feel for their beloved. The melody is more angular and jagged, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo. The third movement is marked "Andante," and it returns to the gentle, lyrical mood of the first movement. The singer sings of their hope that their beloved will return their love, and the melody is filled with a sense of longing and anticipation. The piano accompaniment is delicate and understated, providing a subtle support for the singer's voice. Overall, "All meine Herzgedanken, Op. 62/5" is a beautiful and expressive song that showcases Brahms' skill as a composer of lieder. The melody is lyrical and flowing, with a sense of yearning and tenderness that perfectly captures the emotions expressed in the lyrics. The piano accompaniment is subtle and supportive, providing a perfect backdrop for the singer's voice.

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