Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Sep 27, 1888

Average_duration

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1:10

Liebesglück (Eichendorff Lieder) is a song cycle composed by Hugo Wolf, a prominent Austrian composer of the late Romantic era. The cycle was composed in 1888 and premiered in Vienna in the same year. It consists of six songs, each based on a poem by Joseph von Eichendorff, a German Romantic poet. The first song, "Der Musikant," is a lively and playful piece that showcases Wolf's skillful use of rhythm and melody. The second song, "Waldmädchen," is a more subdued and introspective piece that features a haunting melody and delicate piano accompaniment. The third song, "In der Fremde," is a melancholic piece that explores themes of homesickness and longing. The fourth song, "Auf einer Wanderung," is a more upbeat and optimistic piece that celebrates the joys of nature and travel. The fifth song, "Der Soldat I," is a dramatic and intense piece that tells the story of a soldier who is haunted by memories of his past. The final song, "Der Soldat II," is a more subdued and reflective piece that explores the soldier's feelings of regret and loss. Overall, Liebesglück (Eichendorff Lieder) is a beautiful and evocative song cycle that showcases Wolf's mastery of melody, harmony, and form. The cycle is characterized by its rich and expressive melodies, its sensitive and nuanced piano accompaniment, and its deep emotional resonance. It remains a beloved and enduring work of the Romantic era, and a testament to Wolf's enduring legacy as one of the greatest composers of his time.

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