Composer

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Alexander von Zemlinsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1934

Average_duration

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11:24

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Alexander von Zemlinsky's 'Songs (6), Op. 22' is a song cycle composed in 1913. The premiere of the work took place in Vienna in the same year. The cycle consists of six songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, 'Die drei Schwestern' (The Three Sisters), is a haunting and atmospheric piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, 'Lied der Jungfrau' (Song of the Virgin), is a gentle and introspective piece that explores themes of innocence and purity. The third song, 'Als ihr Geliebter schied' (When Her Lover Departed), is a dramatic and emotional piece that tells the story of a woman mourning the loss of her lover. The fourth song, 'Und kehrt er einst heim' (And If He Returns Home), is a hopeful and optimistic piece that looks forward to the return of a loved one. The fifth song, 'Sie kam zum Schloss gegangen' (She Came Walking to the Castle), is a mysterious and atmospheric piece that tells the story of a woman walking to a castle in the moonlight. The final song, 'Sahst du nach dem Gewitterregen' (Did You See the Aftermath of the Thunderstorm), is a reflective and introspective piece that explores themes of nature and the passing of time. Overall, 'Songs (6), Op. 22' is a powerful and evocative song cycle that showcases Zemlinsky's skill as a composer. The cycle is characterized by its rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and vivid imagery, and it remains a popular and influential work in the repertoire of art song.

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