Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1884 - 1888

Publication Date

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1889

Average_duration

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14:13

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Edvard Grieg's 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 48' is a collection of six songs composed between 1884 and 1885. The songs were premiered in 1885 in Copenhagen, Denmark, with Grieg accompanying the singer, Ellen Gulbranson, on the piano. The first song in the collection, 'Gruß' (Greeting), is a cheerful and lively piece that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. The second song, 'Dereinst, Gedanke mein' (One day, my thoughts), is a melancholic piece that explores themes of loss and longing. The third song, 'Lauf der Welt' (The course of the world), is a reflective piece that contemplates the fleeting nature of life. The fourth song, 'Die verschwiegene Nachtigall' (The secretive nightingale), is a playful and whimsical piece that tells the story of a nightingale who refuses to sing. The fifth song, 'Zur Rosenzeit' (In the time of roses), is a romantic piece that celebrates the beauty of nature and love. The final song in the collection, 'Ein Traum' (A dream), is a haunting and ethereal piece that explores the realm of dreams and the subconscious. Overall, the 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 48' showcase Grieg's mastery of melody and harmony, as well as his ability to evoke a wide range of emotions through his music. The collection is a testament to Grieg's status as one of the greatest composers of the Romantic era.

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