Composer

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Fanny Mendelssohn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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ca. 1841

Average_duration

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2:02

'Nach Süden, Op. 10/1' is a piano piece composed by Fanny Mendelssohn in 1844. It was premiered in Berlin on March 14, 1845, with Fanny herself playing the piano. The piece is part of a set of six character pieces for piano, collectively known as 'Das Jahr' (The Year), which Fanny composed to depict the changing seasons and moods of the year. 'Nach Süden' (To the South) is the first piece in the set and represents the month of January. The piece is in the key of A minor and is marked 'Andante con moto' (moderately slow with motion). It is a lyrical and expressive piece that evokes the warmth and beauty of the south. The piece is characterized by its flowing melody, rich harmonies, and delicate ornamentation. The piece is divided into three distinct sections or movements. The first section is marked 'Dolce' (sweetly) and features a gentle, flowing melody in the right hand accompanied by arpeggiated chords in the left hand. The second section is marked 'Più mosso' (more motion) and features a more lively and rhythmic melody in the right hand, with the left hand providing a steady accompaniment. The final section is marked 'Tempo I' (original tempo) and returns to the gentle, flowing melody of the first section, bringing the piece to a peaceful and serene conclusion. Overall, 'Nach Süden' is a beautiful and evocative piece that showcases Fanny Mendelssohn's skill as a composer and pianist. It is a testament to her ability to capture the essence of a place or mood through music and to create works of great beauty and emotional depth.

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