Composer

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Ludwig Thuille

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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2:14

"Am Heimweg, Op. 7/7" is a composition by Ludwig Thuille, a German composer and music theorist who lived from 1861 to 1907. The piece was composed in 1885 and premiered the same year. It is part of a collection of seven songs for voice and piano, which were published as Opus 7. "Am Heimweg" is a lied, a type of German art song that typically features a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The text of the song is a poem by the German poet Hermann von Gilm zu Rosenegg, which describes a peaceful walk home through the countryside at sunset. The piece is in the key of F major and is marked "Andante con moto" (moderately slow with motion). It is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section features a gentle, flowing melody in the piano, which sets the mood for the peaceful walk described in the text. The vocal line enters with a simple, lyrical melody that follows the contours of the poem's words. The second section is more dramatic, with a sudden shift to the key of D minor and a more urgent vocal melody. The text describes the sun setting behind the mountains, and the music reflects this with a sense of tension and anticipation. The final section returns to the original key of F major and the gentle, flowing melody of the opening. The text describes the arrival home and the sense of peace and contentment that comes with it. The music reflects this with a sense of resolution and calm. Overall, "Am Heimweg" is a beautiful example of Thuille's skill as a composer of lieder. The piece showcases his ability to create music that perfectly complements the text, with a keen sense of melody, harmony, and form.

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