Composer

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Reynaldo Hahn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1898 - 1899

Average_duration

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27:26

Movement_count

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12

Movement ....

Reynaldo Hahn's 'Rondels' is a song cycle composed in 1900. It premiered in Paris in the same year. The cycle consists of six songs, each with its own unique character and mood. The texts for the songs were written by various poets, including Charles d'Orléans, Théodore de Banville, and Paul Verlaine. The first song, 'L'heure exquise,' is a delicate and dreamy piece that captures the beauty of a fleeting moment. The second song, 'Offrande,' is a more upbeat and playful piece that celebrates the joys of love. The third song, 'Le rossignol des lilas,' is a melancholic piece that reflects on the transience of life and the beauty of nature. The fourth song, 'Si mes vers avaient des ailes,' is a romantic and passionate piece that expresses the desire to be with one's beloved. The fifth song, 'Le printemps,' is a joyful and exuberant piece that celebrates the arrival of spring. The final song, 'L'énamourée,' is a tender and intimate piece that expresses the depth of love and devotion. Overall, 'Rondels' is a beautiful and varied song cycle that showcases Hahn's skill as a composer and his ability to capture a range of emotions and moods. The cycle is characterized by its lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and sensitive treatment of the texts. It remains a beloved work in the repertoire of French art song.

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