Composer

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Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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before 1792

Average_duration

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1:31

"My mither's ay glowran o'er me" is a Scottish folk song arranged by Franz Joseph Haydn. The composition is also known as "The Highland Watch" and is cataloged as H. 31a/70. The piece was composed in the late 18th century and premiered in London in 1792. The composition is a set of variations on the Scottish folk song. The piece is written for solo voice and piano accompaniment. The variations are based on the melody of the folk song, with each variation adding new harmonies and embellishments to the original melody. The first variation is a simple and straightforward presentation of the melody. The second variation adds a more complex accompaniment, with the piano playing a more active role in the piece. The third variation is more ornate, with the piano playing a series of arpeggios and trills. The fourth variation is more subdued, with the piano playing a simple accompaniment while the voice sings the melody. The fifth variation is the most complex, with the piano playing a series of rapid arpeggios and the voice singing a more elaborate version of the melody. The sixth variation is a return to the simplicity of the first variation, with the piano playing a simple accompaniment and the voice singing the melody. The final variation is a grand finale, with the piano playing a series of dramatic chords and the voice singing a triumphant version of the melody. Overall, "My mither's ay glowran o'er me" is a charming and lively composition that showcases Haydn's skill as a composer. The variations on the Scottish folk song demonstrate his ability to take a simple melody and transform it into a complex and engaging piece of music.

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