Composer

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Béla Bartók

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1916

Average_duration

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13:25

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Béla Bartók's 'Songs (5) for voice & piano, Sz. 63, Op. 16' is a collection of five songs composed between 1907 and 1908. The songs were premiered in Budapest in 1908, with the composer himself accompanying the singer. The first song, 'Lamento', is a mournful piece that showcases Bartók's use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies. The second song, 'Elegy', is a slow and somber piece that features a haunting melody and a sense of melancholy. The third song, 'Scherzo', is a lively and playful piece that contrasts with the previous two songs. It features a fast-paced piano accompaniment and a whimsical melody that showcases Bartók's sense of humor. The fourth song, 'A csitári hegyek alatt', is a traditional Hungarian folk song that Bartók arranged for voice and piano. It features a simple melody and a repetitive accompaniment that evokes the rural landscape of Hungary. The final song, 'Párbeszéd' (Dialogue), is a duet between a man and a woman. It features a call-and-response structure and a playful melody that showcases Bartók's interest in folk music. Overall, 'Songs (5) for voice & piano, Sz. 63, Op. 16' is a diverse collection of songs that showcases Bartók's range as a composer. From mournful laments to playful duets, the songs demonstrate his mastery of harmony, melody, and form.

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