Composer

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1869

Average_duration

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18:24

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky's 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 6' is a collection of six songs composed in 1869. The premiere of the songs took place in Moscow in the same year. The songs are written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The first song in the collection is titled 'None but the Lonely Heart.' It is a melancholic song that expresses the pain of unrequited love. The second song is 'Do not believe, my friend.' It is a warning against trusting in love and the pain it can bring. The third song is 'In the midst of the ball.' It is a lively and upbeat song that describes the excitement of a ballroom dance. The fourth song is 'Again, as before, alone.' It is a sad and reflective song that expresses the pain of a lost love. The fifth song is 'Why?' It is a questioning song that asks why love can be so painful. The final song in the collection is 'The mild stars shone for us.' It is a romantic and hopeful song that expresses the joy of being in love. The songs in the collection are characterized by Tchaikovsky's use of rich harmonies and expressive melodies. The piano accompaniment is often complex and adds depth to the emotional content of the songs. The songs are also notable for their use of Russian folk melodies and themes. Overall, Tchaikovsky's 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 6' is a beautiful collection of songs that express the joys and pains of love. The songs are characterized by Tchaikovsky's expressive melodies and rich harmonies, and they remain popular among singers and audiences today.

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