Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1872

Publication Date

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1873

"To Springtime my Song I'm Singing, Op. 21/3" is a vocal piece composed by Edvard Grieg in 1880. It was premiered on March 28, 1880, in Christiania (now Oslo), Norway, with Grieg's wife, Nina Hagerup, as the soloist. The piece is part of a set of six songs called "Six Poems by Henrik Ibsen," which were composed by Grieg in 1875-1880. The lyrics for "To Springtime my Song I'm Singing" were written by Henrik Ibsen, a Norwegian playwright and poet. The piece is in the key of G major and has a moderate tempo. It is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The piano part is characterized by flowing arpeggios and delicate melodies, which evoke the gentle beauty of springtime. The vocal part is lyrical and expressive, with a range of dynamics and emotions. The lyrics describe the joy and renewal of springtime, with lines such as "The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the flowers are blooming." The piece is filled with imagery of nature, with references to the "green meadows," "blossoming trees," and "rippling brooks." The piece is divided into three sections, with a brief instrumental interlude between each section. The first section is marked "Allegro moderato," and features a lively melody that captures the energy and excitement of springtime. The second section is marked "Andante espressivo," and is more introspective, with a slower tempo and more subdued melody. The final section is marked "Allegro vivace," and returns to the lively and energetic melody of the first section. Overall, "To Springtime my Song I'm Singing" is a beautiful and evocative piece that captures the spirit of springtime. Grieg's skillful composition and Ibsen's poetic lyrics combine to create a work that is both musically and emotionally satisfying.

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