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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1822

Average_duration

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2:11

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

"Der Musensohn" is a Lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1822. It is the first song in his Opus 92, a collection of six songs based on poems by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The song was premiered in Vienna in 1823. The song is in A major and has a simple structure, consisting of a single strophic verse and a refrain. The piano accompaniment is lively and energetic, reflecting the joyful and exuberant mood of the text. The vocal line is also lively and playful, with frequent leaps and runs that convey the youthful spirit of the protagonist. The text of "Der Musensohn" tells the story of a young man who is inspired by the Muses to pursue a life of creativity and art. He sings of his love for music and poetry, and his desire to share his gifts with the world. The refrain, "Laßt mich sehn, ob ich nicht auch / Eure Saiten zum Klingen bringe!" ("Let me see if I cannot also / Make your strings resound!"), expresses his confidence and determination to succeed. The song is notable for its use of word-painting, in which the music reflects the meaning of the text. For example, the opening piano introduction features a rising arpeggio that suggests the ascent of the Muses, while the vocal line imitates the sound of a flute in the line "Ich will auf dem Pfade wandeln / Den ihr, Mächtigen, gezogen" ("I will walk the path / That you, mighty ones, have traced"). Overall, "Der Musensohn" is a lively and joyful song that celebrates the creative spirit and the power of art to inspire and uplift. Its simple structure and catchy melody have made it a popular choice for singers and audiences alike.

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