Composer

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Emmanuel Chabrier

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1862

Average_duration

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28:44

Movement_count

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9

Movement ....

Emmanuel Chabrier's 'Early Songs (9)' is a collection of nine songs composed between 1861 and 1863. The songs were premiered in various concerts and salons in Paris during the 1860s. The collection is characterized by its light and playful melodies, which are often accompanied by witty and humorous lyrics. The first song in the collection, 'Villanelle des petits canards', is a lively and cheerful piece that tells the story of a group of ducklings playing in a pond. The second song, 'Les cigales', is a playful and rhythmic piece that imitates the sound of cicadas in the summer. The third song, 'Ballade des gros dindons', is a humorous piece that tells the story of a group of turkeys strutting around a farmyard. The fourth song, 'Pastorale des cochons roses', is a gentle and pastoral piece that describes a group of pink pigs grazing in a meadow. The fifth song, 'Chanson pour Jeanne', is a tender and romantic piece that expresses the composer's love for his wife. The sixth song, 'Les papillons', is a delicate and whimsical piece that describes a group of butterflies fluttering in a garden. The seventh song, 'Lied', is a melancholic and introspective piece that reflects on the passing of time and the transience of life. The eighth song, 'Sérénade', is a romantic and lyrical piece that expresses the composer's longing for his beloved. The final song in the collection, 'Chanson pour l'Auvergnat', is a nostalgic and sentimental piece that celebrates the beauty and charm of the Auvergne region of France. Overall, 'Early Songs (9)' is a charming and delightful collection of songs that showcases Chabrier's talent for melody and his playful and witty approach to composition. The collection is a testament to the composer's love of nature, his romantic spirit, and his deep connection to his homeland.

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