Composer

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Sergey Rachmaninov

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1896

Average_duration

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1:45

"Believe me not, friend, Op. 14/7" is a song composed by Sergey Rachmaninov in 1896. It was premiered in Moscow in the same year. The song is part of a collection of 12 songs, Op. 14, which were composed between 1890 and 1896. The song is written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. It is in the key of F minor and has a moderate tempo. The song is divided into three sections, each with its own distinct character. The first section is marked "Allegro moderato" and is in a lively, playful mood. The piano accompaniment is light and bouncy, with a syncopated rhythm that adds to the playful feel of the music. The vocal line is similarly light and playful, with a melody that skips and dances around the piano accompaniment. The second section is marked "Andante" and is more introspective and melancholy. The piano accompaniment is more subdued, with a gentle, flowing melody that supports the more contemplative vocal line. The vocal line is more lyrical and expressive, with a melody that rises and falls in a series of long, sweeping phrases. The third section is marked "Allegro" and returns to the playful mood of the first section. The piano accompaniment is more energetic, with a driving rhythm that propels the music forward. The vocal line is similarly energetic, with a melody that is more declamatory and forceful than in the previous sections. Overall, "Believe me not, friend, Op. 14/7" is a charming and playful song that showcases Rachmaninov's skill as a composer of vocal music. The song's three sections each have their own distinct character, but they are united by a sense of playfulness and energy that makes the music a joy to listen to.

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