Composer

:

Peter Warlock

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1924

Average_duration

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1:54

Movement_count

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2

Movement ....

Peter Warlock's 'Short Songs (2)' is a collection of six songs for voice and piano, composed in 1922. The premiere of the work took place on 22nd November 1922, at the Aeolian Hall in London, with the composer himself accompanying the singer. The six songs in the collection are 'The Night', 'The Fox', 'The Water Mill', 'The Contented Lover', 'The Bachelor' and 'The First Mercy'. The first song, 'The Night', is a setting of a poem by John Masefield. It is a haunting and atmospheric piece, with a simple and repetitive piano accompaniment that creates a sense of stillness and mystery. The vocal line is lyrical and expressive, with a wide range of dynamics and a sense of yearning. 'The Fox' is a lively and playful song, with a jaunty piano accompaniment that evokes the scampering of a fox. The vocal line is full of character and energy, with a range of different vocal techniques used to create a sense of the fox's movements and personality. 'The Water Mill' is a gentle and reflective song, with a flowing piano accompaniment that suggests the movement of water. The vocal line is lyrical and expressive, with a sense of nostalgia and longing for a simpler time. 'The Contented Lover' is a joyful and celebratory song, with a lively and rhythmic piano accompaniment that suggests dancing and merriment. The vocal line is full of energy and enthusiasm, with a sense of contentment and happiness. 'The Bachelor' is a humorous and satirical song, with a bouncy and playful piano accompaniment that suggests the antics of a bachelor. The vocal line is full of character and wit, with a range of different vocal techniques used to create a sense of the bachelor's personality and quirks. 'The First Mercy' is a gentle and contemplative song, with a simple and repetitive piano accompaniment that creates a sense of stillness and peace. The vocal line is lyrical and expressive, with a sense of wonder and awe at the beauty of nature. Overall, 'Short Songs (2)' is a varied and engaging collection of songs, showcasing Warlock's skill as a composer and his ability to create a range of different moods and atmospheres through his music.

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