Composer

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Alexander von Zemlinsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1900 - 1901

Average_duration

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11:15

"Der alte Garten" is a song cycle composed by Alexander von Zemlinsky in 1929. The premiere of the work took place in Vienna on January 22, 1930, with the composer himself at the piano and the baritone soloist, Friedrich Schorr. The cycle consists of six songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, "Der alte Garten," sets the tone for the cycle with its nostalgic and melancholic atmosphere. The piano accompaniment is sparse and delicate, creating a sense of longing and wistfulness. The second song, "Die schlanke Wasserlilie," is more lively and playful, with a lilting melody and a more complex piano accompaniment. The third song, "Die drei Schwestern," is a haunting and atmospheric piece, with a dark and brooding piano accompaniment that sets the stage for the eerie and unsettling text. The fourth song, "Die Mädchen mit den verbundenen Augen," is a more lighthearted and whimsical piece, with a playful melody and a lively piano accompaniment. The fifth song, "Die Mädchen mit den unruhigen Augen," is a more introspective and contemplative piece, with a slower tempo and a more introspective piano accompaniment. The final song, "Die Mädchen mit den schmalen Augen," is a powerful and dramatic piece, with a driving piano accompaniment and a soaring vocal line that builds to a powerful climax. Overall, "Der alte Garten" is a masterful work that showcases Zemlinsky's skill as a composer and his ability to create a wide range of moods and emotions through his music. The cycle is a testament to the power of music to evoke complex and nuanced emotions, and it remains a beloved work in the classical repertoire to this day.

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