Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Oct 4, 1888

Average_duration

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3:26

Hugo Wolf's "Neue Liebe (Mörike Lieder)" is a song cycle composed in 1888. The premiere of the cycle took place in Stuttgart on November 7, 1888. The cycle consists of 53 songs, each of which is based on a poem by Eduard Mörike. The songs are divided into two books, with the first book containing 24 songs and the second book containing 29 songs. The cycle is characterized by its romantic and lyrical nature, with Wolf's music perfectly capturing the mood and emotions of Mörike's poetry. The songs are written for a solo voice and piano, with the piano part being particularly complex and demanding. The cycle is also notable for its use of chromaticism and dissonance, which were innovative for the time. The first book of the cycle is characterized by its lighter and more playful tone, with songs such as "Er ist's" and "Verborgenheit" being particularly popular. The second book, on the other hand, is more introspective and melancholic, with songs such as "Auf ein altes Bild" and "Wo find ich Trost" exploring themes of loss and nostalgia. Overall, "Neue Liebe (Mörike Lieder)" is considered one of Wolf's greatest achievements, and is widely regarded as one of the most important song cycles of the Romantic era. Its combination of beautiful poetry and innovative music make it a timeless masterpiece that continues to be performed and admired to this day.

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