Composer

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Béla Bartók

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Compose Date

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1917

Average_duration

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6:32

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Béla Bartók's 'Slovak Folksongs (5)', also known as 'Slovak Folksongs from Csík', is a collection of five songs for voice and piano. The work was composed in 1917 and premiered in Budapest in 1918. The five movements are based on traditional Slovak folk songs that Bartók collected during his travels in the region. The first movement, 'A Csíki-hegységben' (In the Csík Mountains), is a lively and rhythmic song that captures the energy and spirit of the mountain region. The second movement, 'A csitári hegyek alatt' (Under the Csitár Mountains), is a more melancholic and introspective piece that reflects on the beauty and sadness of the natural world. The third movement, 'Erdő, erdő, zúg a folyó' (Forest, forest, the river roars), is a dramatic and powerful song that evokes the wildness and unpredictability of nature. The fourth movement, 'Azt mondják, nem adnak a katonának szalonnát' (They say soldiers don't get bacon), is a humorous and satirical piece that pokes fun at the hardships of military life. The final movement, 'Régi keserves' (Old lament), is a haunting and mournful song that expresses the pain and sorrow of lost love. Throughout the work, Bartók's use of folk melodies and rhythms creates a sense of authenticity and connection to the cultural traditions of the region. Overall, 'Slovak Folksongs (5)' is a beautiful and evocative work that showcases Bartók's skill as a composer and his deep appreciation for the rich musical heritage of Slovakia.

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