Composer

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Gabriel Fauré

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1871 - 1875

Publication Date

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1877 - 1879

Average_duration

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6:12

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Gabriel Fauré's 'Songs (3) for voice & piano, Op. 8' is a collection of three art songs composed in 1870. The premiere of the work took place in Paris in 1871. The three movements of the work are titled 'Après un rêve' (After a Dream), 'Hymne' (Hymn), and 'Barcarolle'. The first movement, 'Après un rêve', is a hauntingly beautiful song that tells the story of a dreamer who awakens to find that his dream has vanished. The melody is simple and lyrical, with a gentle accompaniment that supports the vocal line. The song is characterized by its dreamy, ethereal quality, which is enhanced by the use of chromatic harmonies and a slow, flowing tempo. The second movement, 'Hymne', is a more solemn and contemplative piece. The text is a prayer to the Virgin Mary, and the music reflects the solemnity and reverence of the text. The melody is simple and chant-like, with a steady, pulsing accompaniment that creates a sense of reverence and awe. The final movement, 'Barcarolle', is a lively and playful song that evokes the image of a boat floating on the water. The melody is light and bouncy, with a playful accompaniment that mimics the sound of waves lapping against the side of a boat. The song is characterized by its joyful, carefree spirit, which is enhanced by the use of syncopated rhythms and a fast tempo. Overall, Fauré's 'Songs (3) for voice & piano, Op. 8' is a beautiful and varied collection of art songs that showcases the composer's skill at creating music that is both lyrical and expressive. The songs are characterized by their simple, yet effective melodies, and their use of harmonies and rhythms that evoke a wide range of emotions and moods.

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