Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1840

Average_duration

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2:16

"Schön Blümelein, Op. 43/3" is a Lied composed by Robert Schumann in 1840. It was premiered in the same year as part of his song cycle "Dichterliebe" (A Poet's Love), which consists of sixteen songs set to poems by Heinrich Heine. "Schön Blümelein" is the third song in the cycle and is known for its simple and charming melody. The song is in A major and has a moderate tempo. It is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The piano part is relatively simple, with a repeating pattern of broken chords that creates a gentle and flowing accompaniment to the vocal line. The text of the song is a poem by Heinrich Heine, which tells the story of a beautiful flower that is plucked by a young girl and then tossed aside. The flower laments its fate, but ultimately accepts its fate and fades away. Schumann's setting of the poem captures the melancholy and resignation of the flower, with a gentle and mournful melody that perfectly complements the text. The song is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section is slow and mournful, with a descending melody that captures the sadness of the flower. The second section is more upbeat, with a faster tempo and a brighter melody that reflects the flower's hopefulness. The final section returns to the slower tempo of the first section, with a melody that fades away as the flower accepts its fate. Overall, "Schön Blümelein" is a beautiful and poignant song that showcases Schumann's skill as a composer of Lieder. Its simple melody and gentle accompaniment make it a popular choice for singers and pianists alike, and it remains a beloved part of the "Dichterliebe" song cycle to this day.

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