Composer

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Richard Strauss

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1901

Average_duration

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2:32

In goldener Fülle, Op. 49/2 is a song composed by Richard Strauss in 1900. It was premiered on November 18, 1900, in Berlin, with the composer himself at the piano and the baritone singer Anton Sistermans. The song is part of a collection of six songs for voice and piano, titled Sechs Lieder, Op. 49. The song is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is marked Allegro molto, and it is characterized by a lively and energetic tempo. The piano accompaniment is virtuosic and features rapid arpeggios and cascading runs. The vocal line is equally demanding, with wide leaps and intricate melodic lines. The text of the first movement describes the beauty of nature and the joy of living. The second movement is marked Andante, and it is more introspective and contemplative in character. The piano accompaniment is more subdued, with gentle arpeggios and delicate harmonies. The vocal line is more lyrical and expressive, with long phrases and subtle nuances of dynamics and articulation. The text of the second movement speaks of the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The third movement is marked Allegro vivace, and it is a return to the lively and energetic character of the first movement. The piano accompaniment is once again virtuosic, with rapid arpeggios and cascading runs. The vocal line is more declamatory and dramatic, with bold leaps and powerful climaxes. The text of the third movement celebrates the joy of love and the beauty of the beloved. Overall, In goldener Fülle, Op. 49/2 is a virtuosic and expressive song that showcases Strauss's mastery of both piano and vocal writing. The three movements are united by a common theme of the beauty and transience of life, and they offer a wide range of emotions and moods, from exuberant joy to introspective contemplation.

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