Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Lullaby

Compose Date

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1849

Average_duration

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2:39

Robert Schumann's 'Wiegenlied, Op. 78/4' is a lullaby composed in 1849. It was premiered in the same year in Leipzig, Germany. The piece is part of a collection of songs titled 'Lieder-Album für die Jugend' (Song Album for the Youth), which Schumann composed for his three daughters. 'Wiegenlied' is a simple and gentle piece, with a slow and soothing tempo. It is written in the key of G major and has a 3/4 time signature. The melody is carried by the piano, with the voice singing a sweet and tender lullaby. The piece has a calm and peaceful character, with a sense of warmth and comfort. The song is divided into two main sections, with a short introduction and coda. The first section features a simple and repetitive melody, with the voice singing the same phrase twice. The piano accompaniment is also simple, with a gentle arpeggio pattern that creates a rocking motion. The second section introduces a new melody, which is slightly more complex and expressive. The voice sings a descending melody, while the piano plays a delicate and ornamented accompaniment. The coda returns to the opening melody, with a soft and gradual decrescendo that fades into silence. 'Wiegenlied' is a beautiful example of Schumann's lyrical and romantic style. The piece captures the tenderness and affection of a parent singing a lullaby to their child. The simplicity and elegance of the melody and accompaniment create a sense of intimacy and closeness. The piece has become a beloved classic, and is often performed as a standalone song or as part of a larger collection of Schumann's works.

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