Composer

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Carl Maria von Weber

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1817

Publication Date

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1818

Average_duration

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1:35

"Das Veilchen im Thale" is a German art song composed by Carl Maria von Weber. It was composed in 1818 and premiered in the same year. The song is part of a collection of six songs, Op. 66, which were composed by Weber for voice and piano. The song is in the key of G major and has a simple and elegant melody. It is a strophic song, meaning that the same melody is repeated for each verse. The piano accompaniment is light and delicate, with arpeggios and simple chords that support the vocal line. The text of the song is a traditional German folk poem, which tells the story of a violet in a valley. The violet is happy and content in its simple surroundings, but it longs to be noticed by a passing shepherd. The shepherd finally sees the violet and picks it, but the violet is happy to have been noticed and admired, even if it means its life is cut short. The song has three verses, each with a different melody. The first verse is in a simple, folk-like style, while the second verse is more elaborate and expressive. The third verse returns to the simplicity of the first, but with a more melancholy tone. Overall, "Das Veilchen im Thale" is a charming and lyrical song that showcases Weber's skill as a composer of art songs. Its simple melody and elegant piano accompaniment make it a popular choice for singers and pianists alike.

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