Composer

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Othmar Schoeck

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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May 27, 1906 - Dec 1915

Publication Date

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1917

'Lieder aus dem west-östlichen Divan von Goethe (13), Op. 19b' is a song cycle composed by Othmar Schoeck. The cycle consists of thirteen songs, each based on a poem from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's 'West-östlicher Divan'. The cycle was composed in 1921 and premiered in Zurich on 22nd January 1922. The cycle is divided into three movements. The first movement consists of six songs, the second movement consists of four songs, and the third movement consists of three songs. The songs are arranged in a way that creates a narrative arc, with the first movement introducing the themes of love and longing, the second movement exploring the pain of separation, and the third movement offering a sense of resolution and acceptance. Schoeck's music is characterized by its lush harmonies and expressive melodies. He uses a variety of musical techniques to convey the emotions of the poems, including chromaticism, dissonance, and unexpected harmonic shifts. The piano accompaniment is also an important part of the cycle, with Schoeck using it to create a sense of atmosphere and mood. The cycle is notable for its use of Goethe's poetry, which Schoeck sets to music with great sensitivity and understanding. The poems deal with themes of love, nature, and spirituality, and Schoeck's music captures the essence of these themes with great skill and artistry. Overall, 'Lieder aus dem west-östlichen Divan von Goethe (13), Op. 19b' is a beautiful and moving song cycle that showcases Schoeck's talents as a composer and his deep understanding of Goethe's poetry. Its premiere in 1922 was a great success, and it has since become one of Schoeck's most beloved works.

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