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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1822

Average_duration

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2:53

"Die Liebe hat gelogen" is a lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1822. It is part of a collection of songs known as "Schwanengesang" (Swan Song), which was published posthumously in 1829. The song is set to a poem by Ludwig Rellstab, which tells the story of a lover who has been betrayed by his beloved. The song is in the key of A-flat major and is written for a solo voice and piano. It is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section is slow and mournful, with the piano playing a simple, repetitive accompaniment while the singer laments the loss of his love. The second section is more agitated, with the piano playing a faster, more complex accompaniment while the singer expresses his anger and frustration at being deceived. The final section returns to the slow, mournful character of the opening, with the singer resigned to his fate and accepting that his love has lied to him. One of the most striking features of the song is its use of chromaticism, which creates a sense of tension and unease. Schubert also uses a number of musical devices to highlight the emotional content of the text, such as sudden changes in dynamics and tempo, and the use of dissonance to create a sense of conflict. "Die Liebe hat gelogen" was premiered in Vienna in 1822, and quickly became one of Schubert's most popular songs. Its emotional intensity and expressive power have made it a favorite of singers and audiences alike, and it remains a staple of the lieder repertoire to this day.

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