Composer

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Alma Mahler

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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ca. 1924

Average_duration

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18:01

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Alma Mahler's 'Songs (5) for voice & piano' was composed in 1910 and published in 1924. The songs were premiered in Vienna in 1910, with Alma Mahler herself as the vocalist. The five movements of the song cycle are titled 'Die stille Stadt' (The Silent City), 'In meines Vaters Garten' (In My Father's Garden), 'Laue Sommernacht' (Mild Summer Night), 'Bei dir ist es traut' (It is cozy with you), and 'Ich wandle unter Blumen' (I walk among flowers). The songs are characterized by their romantic and lyrical melodies, which are accompanied by a rich and expressive piano accompaniment. The texts of the songs are taken from poems by various poets, including Rainer Maria Rilke, Gustav Falke, and Felix Dörmann. The themes of the songs are centered around love, nature, and the beauty of life. The first song, 'Die stille Stadt', is a melancholic reflection on the emptiness of a city without the presence of a loved one. The second song, 'In meines Vaters Garten', is a nostalgic tribute to the beauty of a childhood garden. The third song, 'Laue Sommernacht', is a celebration of the joys of a warm summer night. The fourth song, 'Bei dir ist es traut', is a tender love song that expresses the comfort and security of being with a loved one. The final song, 'Ich wandle unter Blumen', is a joyful celebration of the beauty of nature. Overall, Alma Mahler's 'Songs (5) for voice & piano' is a beautiful and expressive song cycle that showcases her talents as a composer and songwriter. The songs are characterized by their romantic melodies, expressive piano accompaniment, and lyrical themes, making them a beloved addition to the repertoire of art songs.

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