Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Sep 6, 1815

Average_duration

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1:36

"An den Frühling II" is a Lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1815. It is also known as "Im Frühling" or "To Spring". The song is part of a collection of six Lieder, Op. posth. 172, which were published posthumously in 1867. The poem was written by Ernst Schulze, a German poet who was a close friend of Schubert. The song is in the key of C major and has a moderate tempo. It is divided into three sections, with the first and third sections having the same melody. The second section has a contrasting melody and is in the key of G major. The piano accompaniment is simple and supportive, with a flowing arpeggio pattern throughout. The first section of the song is marked by a sense of longing and anticipation, as the speaker addresses the spring and expresses his desire for its arrival. The second section is more introspective, as the speaker reflects on his own feelings and experiences. The final section returns to the initial sense of anticipation, as the speaker looks forward to the arrival of spring and the renewal of life it brings. The song is characterized by Schubert's gift for melody and his ability to capture the emotional essence of the text. The simple piano accompaniment allows the voice to shine, and the use of contrasting sections adds depth and complexity to the piece. "An den Frühling II" is a beautiful example of Schubert's artistry and his ability to create music that speaks to the heart.

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