Composer

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Robert Schumann

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1851

Average_duration

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11:01

Movement_count

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7

Movement ....

Robert Schumann's 'Songs (7) Kuhlmann, Op. 104' is a song cycle composed in 1851. The premiere of the cycle took place in Leipzig on December 14, 1851, with the composer's wife, Clara Schumann, performing the piano accompaniment. The cycle consists of seven songs, each with its own distinct character and mood. The first song, "Die Lotosblume," is a gentle and dreamy piece that features a flowing piano accompaniment and a soaring vocal melody. The second song, "Talismane," is more dramatic and intense, with a driving piano accompaniment and a powerful vocal line. The third song, "Lebewohl," is a melancholy and introspective piece that features a hauntingly beautiful melody and a delicate piano accompaniment. The fourth song, "Requiem," is a somber and mournful piece that features a slow and mournful vocal line and a sparse piano accompaniment. The fifth song, "Du bist wie eine Blume," is a tender and romantic piece that features a simple and elegant piano accompaniment and a sweetly lyrical vocal line. The sixth song, "Schneeglöckchen," is a lively and playful piece that features a bouncy piano accompaniment and a sprightly vocal line. The final song, "Die alten, bösen Lieder," is a powerful and dramatic piece that features a driving piano accompaniment and a passionate vocal line. The song cycle as a whole is characterized by Schumann's signature blend of lyricism, drama, and emotional intensity. The cycle is a testament to Schumann's skill as a composer of art songs and remains a beloved and frequently performed work in the classical repertoire.

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