Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1823

Average_duration

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1:42

"Eifersucht und Stolz" (Jealousy and Pride) is a lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1823. It is the fifteenth song in his song cycle "Die schöne Müllerin" (The Beautiful Miller's Daughter), Op. 25, D. 795. The song cycle consists of 20 songs and was composed between 1823 and 1824. It is based on poems by Wilhelm Müller. The song has a moderate tempo and is in the key of G major. It is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The song has a simple and straightforward melody, with a repetitive accompaniment that creates a sense of tension and unease. The lyrics describe the feelings of jealousy and pride that the protagonist feels towards the miller's daughter, who has shown interest in another man. The song is divided into three sections. The first section begins with the protagonist expressing his jealousy towards the other man, who he believes is trying to steal the miller's daughter away from him. He then expresses his pride, stating that he will not let anyone take her away from him. The second section is more introspective, with the protagonist questioning his own worth and wondering if he is good enough for the miller's daughter. The final section returns to the theme of jealousy and pride, with the protagonist declaring that he will not let anyone come between him and the miller's daughter. Overall, "Eifersucht und Stolz" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the complex feelings of jealousy and pride. Schubert's simple yet effective melody and repetitive accompaniment create a sense of tension and unease that perfectly complements the lyrics. The song is a testament to Schubert's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of human emotion in his music.

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