Composer

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Oskar Merikanto

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Oskar Merikanto's 'Songs for voice & piano, Op. 2' is a collection of six songs composed in 1888. The premiere of the work took place in Helsinki, Finland, in the same year. The songs are written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The first song in the collection is titled 'Kevätlaulu' (Spring Song) and is characterized by its lively and upbeat melody. The second song, 'Kesäyö' (Summer Night), is a slower and more contemplative piece, with a hauntingly beautiful melody. The third song, 'Syyslaulu' (Autumn Song), is a melancholic piece that captures the mood of the season with its somber melody. The fourth song, 'Talviyö' (Winter Night), is a stark and haunting piece that captures the cold and desolate feeling of a winter night. The fifth song, 'Kevätlinnun laulu' (Spring Bird's Song), is a joyful and playful piece that captures the spirit of spring with its lively melody. The final song in the collection, 'Kesäilta' (Summer Evening), is a romantic and dreamy piece that captures the mood of a warm summer evening. Overall, 'Songs for voice & piano, Op. 2' is a collection of songs that showcases Merikanto's skill as a composer. The songs are characterized by their beautiful melodies and evocative moods, and they are a testament to Merikanto's ability to capture the essence of the seasons and the natural world in his music.

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