Composer

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Karol Szymanowski

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1910

Average_duration

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11:09

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Karol Szymanowski's 'Bunte Lieder (5), Op. 22' is a song cycle composed in 1912. The premiere of the work took place in Warsaw in 1913. The cycle consists of five songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, 'Das ist ein Tag, der klingen mag' (This is a day that may resound), is a joyful and celebratory piece. The music is bright and lively, with a sense of excitement and anticipation. The lyrics speak of the beauty of nature and the joy of life. The second song, 'In meinem Garten die Nelken blühn' (In my garden the carnations bloom), is a more introspective piece. The music is gentle and contemplative, with a sense of longing and nostalgia. The lyrics speak of the beauty of a garden and the memories it holds. The third song, 'Ich bin so müde' (I am so tired), is a melancholy and introspective piece. The music is slow and mournful, with a sense of weariness and sadness. The lyrics speak of the exhaustion of life and the desire for rest. The fourth song, 'Ach, was Kummer, Qual und Schmerz' (Oh, what sorrow, torment and pain), is a dramatic and intense piece. The music is powerful and passionate, with a sense of anger and frustration. The lyrics speak of the pain and suffering of life and the desire for release. The final song, 'Ich bin wie eine Fahne' (I am like a flag), is a triumphant and uplifting piece. The music is bold and energetic, with a sense of pride and determination. The lyrics speak of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Overall, 'Bunte Lieder (5), Op. 22' is a diverse and expressive song cycle that showcases Szymanowski's skill as a composer. The cycle is notable for its use of rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and evocative lyrics. It remains a popular and influential work in the repertoire of art songs.

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