Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1884

Average_duration

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1:45

"Vorschneller Schwur, Op. 95/5" is a lied composed by Johannes Brahms in 1884. It was premiered on November 22, 1884, in Vienna, Austria. The song is part of a collection of six lieder, Op. 95, which Brahms composed for voice and piano. The song is in the key of E-flat major and has a moderate tempo. It consists of three stanzas, each with four lines, and is set to a poem by August von Platen. The poem tells the story of a man who makes a hasty vow to his lover, promising to be faithful forever. However, as time passes, he realizes that he cannot keep his promise and breaks his vow. The first movement of the song is marked "Andante con moto" and begins with a gentle piano introduction. The singer enters with the first stanza, singing in a soft and tender tone. The second movement is marked "Allegro" and is more lively and energetic than the first. The piano accompaniment becomes more complex, and the singer's voice becomes more forceful as he expresses his regret for breaking his vow. The final movement is marked "Andante" and returns to the gentle and tender mood of the first movement. The singer reflects on his broken promise and expresses his sorrow for the pain he has caused his lover. The characteristics of "Vorschneller Schwur, Op. 95/5" are typical of Brahms' lieder. The piano accompaniment is complex and expressive, providing a rich and varied background for the singer's voice. The melody is lyrical and expressive, with a wide range of dynamics and emotions. The song is a poignant reflection on the nature of love and the difficulty of keeping promises. It is a testament to Brahms' skill as a composer of lieder and his ability to capture the complexities of human emotion in his music.

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