Composer

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Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1893

Average_duration

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14:53

Movement_count

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6

Movement ....

Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky's 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 73' is a collection of six songs composed in 1893. The premiere of the songs took place in Moscow in the same year. The songs are written for a solo voice and piano accompaniment. The first song in the collection is titled 'At the Ball' and is a lively and upbeat piece. The second song, 'Before My Window,' is a more contemplative and introspective piece. The third song, 'Sleeping Beauty,' is a gentle lullaby. The fourth song, 'Don Juan's Serenade,' is a passionate and romantic piece. The fifth song, 'Does the Day Reign?' is a melancholic and reflective piece. The final song in the collection, 'None But the Lonely Heart,' is a hauntingly beautiful piece that has become one of Tchaikovsky's most famous compositions. The songs in Op. 73 are characterized by Tchaikovsky's signature style, which is characterized by lush harmonies, expressive melodies, and a deep emotional intensity. The songs are also notable for their use of Russian folk melodies and themes, which Tchaikovsky often incorporated into his compositions. Overall, 'Songs (6) for voice & piano, Op. 73' is a beautiful and moving collection of songs that showcases Tchaikovsky's mastery of the art song genre. The songs are a testament to Tchaikovsky's ability to capture the full range of human emotions in his music, and they continue to be beloved by audiences and performers alike.

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