Composer

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Mönch von Salzburg (Herrmann)

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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2:31

"Der Tewfel und ain klaffent schalkch" is a medieval German song composed by Mönch von Salzburg (Herrmann) in the 14th century. The song is a satirical piece that tells the story of a man who is tricked by the devil and a cunning rogue. The song was composed in the early 14th century and was likely performed in courtly circles. It is believed to have been written by Mönch von Salzburg, a monk and poet who was active in the region of Salzburg, Austria. The song is divided into three movements, each of which tells a different part of the story. The first movement introduces the main character, a man who is easily fooled by the devil and the rogue. The second movement describes how the man is tricked into giving away his possessions and wealth. The third movement concludes the story with the man realizing his mistake and seeking redemption. The song is characterized by its use of satire and humor to criticize the greed and gullibility of the main character. The devil and the rogue are portrayed as cunning and manipulative, while the man is portrayed as foolish and easily swayed. Musically, the song is composed in a simple, folk-like style, with a melody that is easy to sing and remember. The lyrics are written in Middle High German, a language that was commonly used in medieval Germany. "Der Tewfel und ain klaffent schalkch" premiered in the 14th century and has since become a popular piece in the medieval music repertoire. Its humorous and satirical tone has made it a favorite among audiences and performers alike, and it continues to be performed and recorded to this day.

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