Composer

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Carl Loewe

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1818

Average_duration

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1:07

'Mädchen sind wie der Wind, Op. 9/4' is a Lied composed by Carl Loewe, a German composer of the Romantic era. The composition was written in 1824 and premiered in the same year. The song is part of a larger collection of Lieder titled 'Liederkreis nach Gedichten von Eichendorff, Op. 9', which is based on the poems of Joseph von Eichendorff. The song is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. It consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement is marked 'Allegro vivace' and is in a lively, playful style. The second movement is marked 'Andante con moto' and is more lyrical and expressive. The final movement is marked 'Allegro' and is in a fast, energetic style. The text of the song is a poem by Eichendorff, which compares young women to the wind. The poem describes the unpredictable and fleeting nature of both women and the wind, and the way they can both bring joy and sorrow. Loewe's music captures the spirit of the poem, with its shifting moods and tempos. The song is characteristic of Loewe's style, which is known for its dramatic flair and expressive melodies. Loewe was a master of the Lied form, and his songs are noted for their vivid imagery and emotional depth. 'Mädchen sind wie der Wind' is a prime example of his skill as a composer, and remains a popular and beloved work in the Lied repertoire.

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