Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Sep 22, 1888

Average_duration

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1:50

Der Musikant (Eichendorff Lieder) is a song cycle composed by Hugo Wolf in 1888. The cycle consists of six songs, each based on a poem by Joseph von Eichendorff. The premiere of the cycle took place in Vienna in 1891. The first song, "Der Musikant," is a lively and playful piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, "Verschwiegene Liebe," is a more introspective piece that explores the theme of unrequited love. The third song, "In der Fremde," is a melancholy piece that reflects on the pain of being far from home. The fourth song, "Der Soldat I," is a dramatic piece that tells the story of a soldier who is wounded in battle. The fifth song, "Der Soldat II," is a more reflective piece that explores the soldier's feelings of loneliness and isolation. The final song, "Das Ständchen," is a light-hearted piece that celebrates the joy of music and love. Throughout the cycle, Wolf's music is characterized by its sensitivity to the text and its ability to capture the emotional nuances of Eichendorff's poetry. The songs are marked by their rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and intricate piano accompaniments. Overall, Der Musikant (Eichendorff Lieder) is a masterful example of the art song genre, and a testament to Hugo Wolf's skill as a composer.

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