Composer

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Edvard Grieg

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Cantata

Compose Date

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1872

Publication Date

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1881

Average_duration

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7:27

"Land-Sighting, Op. 31" is a composition by Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. It was composed in 1874 and premiered on February 16, 1875, in Christiania (now Oslo), Norway. The piece is a song cycle consisting of six movements, each of which is based on a poem by Norwegian poet Aasmund Olavsson Vinje. The first movement, "The Mountain Maid," is a lively and energetic piece that captures the spirit of the Norwegian mountains. The second movement, "The Waterfall," is a more subdued piece that evokes the sound of a waterfall. The third movement, "The Churchyard," is a somber and reflective piece that reflects on death and the passing of time. The fourth movement, "The Bridal Procession Passes By," is a joyful and celebratory piece that captures the excitement of a wedding procession. The fifth movement, "The Three Trolls," is a playful and mischievous piece that tells the story of three trolls who try to trick a young girl. The final movement, "The Homeward Journey," is a peaceful and reflective piece that brings the cycle to a close. Overall, "Land-Sighting, Op. 31" is a beautiful and evocative piece that captures the spirit of Norway and its people. Grieg's use of folk melodies and his skillful orchestration make this piece a true masterpiece of Norwegian classical music.

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