Composer

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Franz Schreker

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1900

Average_duration

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15:08

Movement_count

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8

Movement ....

Franz Schreker's 'Songs (8) for voice & piano, Op. 7' is a collection of eight songs composed in 1909. The premiere of the work took place in Vienna in the same year. The eight songs are divided into two groups of four each, with each group having its own distinct characteristics. The first group of four songs is characterized by a lyrical and romantic style. The first song, 'Waldseligkeit' (Forest Bliss), is a beautiful and serene piece that captures the peacefulness of nature. The second song, 'An den Schlaf' (To Sleep), is a lullaby that is gentle and soothing. The third song, 'Erwartung' (Expectation), is a passionate and emotional piece that expresses the longing for love. The fourth song, 'Liebesode' (Ode to Love), is a grand and majestic piece that celebrates the power of love. The second group of four songs is more dramatic and intense. The first song, 'Der Wind' (The Wind), is a dark and brooding piece that captures the power and unpredictability of nature. The second song, 'Der Einsame' (The Lonely One), is a haunting and melancholic piece that expresses the pain of loneliness. The third song, 'Der Spielmann' (The Minstrel), is a lively and energetic piece that celebrates the joy of music. The fourth song, 'Der Sterbende' (The Dying Man), is a powerful and emotional piece that captures the pain and sadness of death. Overall, Schreker's 'Songs (8) for voice & piano, Op. 7' is a beautiful and diverse collection of songs that showcases the composer's skill in creating music that is both lyrical and dramatic. The work is a testament to Schreker's ability to capture the full range of human emotions through music.

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