Composer

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Felix Mendelssohn

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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ca. Feb 1837

Publication Date

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1849

Average_duration

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1:53

Trinklied, Op. 75/3 is a vocal piece composed by Felix Mendelssohn in 1847. It is part of a collection of six songs for four-part male choir, which were published under the title "Sechs Lieder für Männerchor" (Six Songs for Male Choir). The premiere of Trinklied took place in Leipzig on January 1, 1848, performed by the Leipzig Singakademie. Trinklied is a lively and cheerful piece, characterized by its rhythmic energy and playful melody. The text, written by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, is a drinking song that celebrates the joys of wine and friendship. The piece is in the key of D major and is written in a fast 6/8 time signature, which gives it a lively and dance-like quality. The piece is divided into three distinct sections or movements. The first section is marked "Allegro vivace" and features a lively and energetic melody sung by the tenor and bass voices. The second section, marked "Andante con moto," is more subdued and features a more lyrical melody sung by the tenor and alto voices. The final section, marked "Allegro vivace," returns to the lively and energetic melody of the first section, with all four voices singing together in harmony. Overall, Trinklied is a delightful and charming piece that showcases Mendelssohn's skill as a composer of vocal music. Its playful melody and joyful text make it a popular choice for male choirs and a favorite among audiences.

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