Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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May 26, 1815

Average_duration

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3:25

"Mailied, D. 202" is a Lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1815. It premiered in Vienna, Austria, in the same year. The piece is part of a collection of songs known as "Schwanengesang" or "Swan Song," which was published posthumously in 1829. The song is set in the key of G major and has a moderate tempo. It consists of two stanzas, each with four lines, and a refrain. The text is a poem by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, which describes the joy and beauty of spring and the love between two people. The first stanza begins with the line "Wie herrlich leuchtet mir die Natur!" ("How splendidly nature shines for me!"). The music starts with a bright and cheerful melody that reflects the joy and excitement of the speaker. The refrain, "Willkommen, schöner Jüngling!" ("Welcome, handsome youth!"), is sung by the speaker to his lover, expressing his happiness at their reunion. The second stanza begins with the line "Und wenn sich dir mein Herz erschließt" ("And when my heart opens to you"). The music becomes more tender and expressive, reflecting the deeper emotions of the speaker. The refrain is repeated, but this time it is sung by the lover in response to the speaker's declaration of love. Overall, "Mailied, D. 202" is a beautiful and expressive Lied that captures the essence of spring and the joy of love. Schubert's music perfectly complements Goethe's poetry, creating a masterpiece that has stood the test of time.

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