Composer

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George Butterworth

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

"I will make you brooches" is a song composed by George Butterworth, a British composer and folk song collector. The song was composed in 1912 and premiered in the same year. It is a part of Butterworth's song cycle "A Shropshire Lad," which is based on the poems of A.E. Housman. The song has three movements, each of which is based on a different poem from "A Shropshire Lad." The first movement is based on the poem "Loveliest of Trees," the second on "When I was One-and-Twenty," and the third on "The Lent Lily." The first movement is characterized by a gentle and flowing melody, which is accompanied by a simple piano accompaniment. The second movement is more lively and rhythmic, with a faster tempo and a more complex piano accompaniment. The third movement is slower and more contemplative, with a haunting melody that is accompanied by a sparse and delicate piano accompaniment. Overall, "I will make you brooches" is a beautiful and poignant song cycle that captures the essence of Housman's poetry. Butterworth's music perfectly complements the words of the poems, creating a powerful and emotional experience for the listener. The song cycle is a testament to Butterworth's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the English folk tradition.

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