Composer

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Daron Hagen

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1992

First Performance

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Feb 12, 1993

Average_duration

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9:45

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Muldoon Songs is a song cycle composed by Daron Hagen, an American composer, in 1999. The premiere of the song cycle was held on October 17, 1999, at the Merkin Concert Hall in New York City. The cycle consists of six songs, each based on a poem by the Irish poet Paul Muldoon. The first song, "The Sightseers," is a lively and playful piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, "The More a Man Has the More a Man Wants," is a slower, more introspective piece that explores the theme of desire. The third song, "The Bangle Sellers," is a lively and rhythmic piece that celebrates the beauty of jewelry. The fourth song, "The Old Country," is a haunting and melancholic piece that explores the theme of nostalgia. The fifth song, "The Mud Vision," is a dark and brooding piece that explores the theme of mortality. The final song, "The End of the Year," is a celebratory piece that looks forward to the future. The Muldoon Songs are characterized by Hagen's use of a wide range of musical styles and techniques. The songs are written for a small ensemble, consisting of piano, violin, cello, and clarinet. Hagen's use of these instruments creates a rich and varied sound that complements the poetry of Muldoon. Overall, the Muldoon Songs are a beautiful and moving tribute to the poetry of Paul Muldoon. Hagen's music captures the essence of Muldoon's poetry, creating a powerful and emotional experience for the listener.

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