Composer

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Erich Wolfgang Korngold

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1933

Average_duration

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11:13

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Unvergänglichkeit, Op. 27 is a composition by Erich Wolfgang Korngold, a prominent Austrian composer of the early 20th century. The piece was composed in 1923 and premiered in Vienna the same year. It is a song cycle consisting of six movements, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first movement, "Liebesbriefchen" (Love Letter), is a playful and lighthearted piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second movement, "Welt ist stille eingeschlafen" (The World Has Fallen Asleep), is a melancholic and introspective piece that reflects on the passing of time and the transience of life. The third movement, "Gebet" (Prayer), is a solemn and contemplative piece that expresses a deep sense of spirituality and reverence. The fourth movement, "Mond, so gehst du wieder auf" (Moon, You Rise Again), is a wistful and nostalgic piece that evokes the beauty and mystery of the natural world. The fifth movement, "Unvergänglichkeit" (Eternity), is the centerpiece of the cycle and features a soaring melody that expresses the composer's belief in the enduring power of art and music. The final movement, "Abschied" (Farewell), is a poignant and bittersweet piece that brings the cycle to a close with a sense of resignation and acceptance. Overall, Unvergänglichkeit, Op. 27 is a masterful work that showcases Korngold's skill as a composer and his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions and moods through his music. Its themes of love, loss, and the passage of time are universal and timeless, making it a work that continues to resonate with audiences today.

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