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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Aug 1909 - Apr 1914

Publication Date

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1917

Othmar Schoeck's 'Lieder nach Gedichten von Goethe (8), Op. 19a' is a song cycle composed in 1918. The premiere of the work took place on 22nd January 1919 in Zurich, Switzerland. The cycle consists of eight songs, each set to a poem by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. The first song, "Harfenspieler I," is a melancholic piece that features a solo harp accompaniment. The second song, "Harfenspieler II," is a more upbeat piece that features a piano accompaniment. The third song, "Wandrers Nachtlied," is a serene and contemplative piece that features a simple piano accompaniment. The fourth song, "Ganymed," is a passionate and dramatic piece that features a rich and complex piano accompaniment. The fifth song, "Prometheus," is a powerful and intense piece that features a driving piano accompaniment. The sixth song, "Der Fischer," is a haunting and atmospheric piece that features a delicate piano accompaniment. The seventh song, "Der Musensohn," is a lively and playful piece that features a lively piano accompaniment. The final song, "An den Mond," is a peaceful and reflective piece that features a gentle piano accompaniment. Overall, Schoeck's 'Lieder nach Gedichten von Goethe (8), Op. 19a' is a masterful work that showcases the composer's skill in setting poetry to music. The cycle features a range of moods and emotions, from melancholy to passion to playfulness, and each song is expertly crafted to capture the essence of Goethe's poetry. The piano accompaniments are particularly noteworthy, with Schoeck using a variety of techniques to create rich and complex textures that complement the vocal melodies.

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