Composer

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André Caplet

Genre

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Miscellaneous

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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1:40

André Caplet's 'Quand reverrai-je, hélás!' is a song cycle composed in 1914. The premiere of the work took place in Paris in 1915. The cycle consists of five movements, each of which is based on a poem by Charles d'Orléans. The first movement, 'Le temps a laissé son manteau', is a lively and rhythmic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second movement, 'Lasse! Comment oublieray', is a more introspective piece that features a haunting melody and a sense of longing. The third movement, 'Le souvenir de vous me tue', is a mournful piece that features a beautiful melody and a sense of sadness. The fourth movement, 'Las! Que feray? Que deviendrai?', is a more upbeat piece that features a lively melody and a sense of hope. The final movement, 'Dieu! Qu'il la fait bon regarder!', is a joyful and celebratory piece that features a lively melody and a sense of happiness. Throughout the cycle, Caplet's use of melody and harmony is masterful, and his ability to capture the emotions of the poems is truly remarkable. Overall, 'Quand reverrai-je, hélás!' is a beautiful and moving work that showcases Caplet's talents as a composer. The cycle is a testament to the power of music to capture the emotions of poetry and to transport listeners to another time and place.

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