Composer

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1886

Average_duration

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3:34

"The mild stars shone for us, Op. 60/12" is a song composed by Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky in 1886. It was premiered on January 25, 1887, in Moscow, with the composer himself at the piano and the baritone singer Fyodor Stravinsky. The song is part of Tchaikovsky's collection of twelve romances, Op. 60, which were composed between 1885 and 1886. The collection is known for its melancholic and introspective tone, as well as its use of folk melodies and simple harmonies. "The mild stars shone for us" is the twelfth and final song of the collection. It is a setting of a poem by the Russian poet Aleksey Konstantinovich Tolstoy, which tells the story of a couple who are walking together under the stars, reminiscing about their past and contemplating their future. The song is in the key of G major and is marked "Andante cantabile." It is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct melody and mood. The first section is slow and lyrical, with the piano playing a simple accompaniment while the voice sings the opening lines of the poem. The second section is more animated, with the piano playing a lively dance-like rhythm while the voice sings of the couple's happy memories. The final section returns to the slow and melancholic mood of the opening, with the voice singing of the couple's uncertain future. The song is characterized by its simple and elegant melody, which is supported by a delicate piano accompaniment. Tchaikovsky's use of folk melodies and simple harmonies gives the song a timeless quality, and his skillful use of dynamics and phrasing creates a sense of intimacy and emotional depth. Overall, "The mild stars shone for us" is a beautiful and poignant song that captures the bittersweet nature of love and the passage of time. It is a testament to Tchaikovsky's skill as a composer and his ability to convey complex emotions through music.

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