Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Part Song

Compose Date

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1849

Average_duration

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14:05

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Robert Schumann's 'Romances II, Op. 91' is a collection of three songs for voice and piano, composed in 1850. The work was premiered in Leipzig on December 12, 1850, with the composer's wife, Clara Schumann, as the pianist. The first song, "Unterm Fenster" (Under the Window), is a tender love song in which the narrator expresses his longing for his beloved, who is standing at her window. The second song, "Seit ich ihn gesehen" (Since I saw him), is a setting of a poem by the German poet Adelbert von Chamisso. The song is a delicate and introspective reflection on the narrator's feelings after seeing the object of her affection for the first time. The final song, "Ich kann's nicht fassen, nicht glauben" (I cannot grasp it, cannot believe it), is a dramatic and passionate expression of the narrator's disbelief and despair after being rejected by her lover. The 'Romances II, Op. 91' is characterized by Schumann's lyrical and expressive style, which is particularly evident in the vocal melodies. The piano accompaniment is also notable for its rich harmonies and subtle use of texture and dynamics to support the voice. The songs are unified by their themes of love, longing, and heartbreak, and by their exploration of the complex emotions that arise from these experiences. Overall, 'Romances II, Op. 91' is a beautiful and poignant work that showcases Schumann's mastery of the art song genre. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its timeless themes and the enduring power of Schumann's music.

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