Composer

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Johannes Brahms

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Romance

Compose Date

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1859 - 1863

Average_duration

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17:18

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Johannes Brahms composed his 'Songs and Romances (12), Op. 44' in 1869. The work was premiered in Vienna on January 10, 1870, with Brahms himself accompanying the singer, Julius Stockhausen. The cycle consists of twelve songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, "Der Schmied," is a lively and rhythmic piece that tells the story of a blacksmith at work. The second song, "Liebesglut," is a passionate love song with a soaring melody and rich harmonies. The third song, "Abendregen," is a gentle and melancholic piece that evokes the peacefulness of a rainy evening. The fourth song, "Vineta," is a haunting ballad about a legendary city that sank beneath the waves. The fifth song, "Verzagen," is a dark and brooding piece that explores themes of despair and hopelessness. The sixth song, "Mädchenlied," is a playful and charming song about a young girl's dreams of love. The seventh song, "Die Trauernde," is a mournful and introspective piece that reflects on the pain of loss. The eighth song, "Bei dir sind meine Gedanken," is a tender and romantic love song with a simple and beautiful melody. The ninth song, "Immer leiser wird mein Schlummer," is a gentle lullaby that expresses the peacefulness of sleep. The tenth song, "Meine Liebe ist grün," is a joyful and exuberant piece that celebrates the beauty of love. The eleventh song, "Auf dem Kirchhofe," is a somber and reflective piece that contemplates the inevitability of death. The final song, "Verrat," is a dramatic and intense piece that tells the story of a betrayal. Overall, Brahms' 'Songs and Romances (12), Op. 44' is a diverse and richly expressive cycle of songs that showcases the composer's mastery of melody, harmony, and form. Each song is a miniature masterpiece in its own right, and together they form a cohesive and deeply moving work.

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