Composer

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Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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Sep 21, 1888

Average_duration

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2:10

"Seemanns Abschied" is a song cycle composed by Hugo Wolf in 1888. The cycle consists of six songs, all of which are based on poems by Joseph von Eichendorff. The premiere of the cycle took place in Vienna in 1891. The first song in the cycle, "Der Schiffer," is a lively and energetic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the cycle. The second song, "Das Ständchen," is a more romantic and melancholic piece that features a beautiful melody and rich harmonies. The third song, "Abschied," is a somber and introspective piece that reflects on the transience of life and the inevitability of death. The fourth song, "Nachruf," is a mournful and elegiac piece that pays tribute to a departed friend. The fifth song, "Der Freund," is a more upbeat and optimistic piece that celebrates the joys of friendship and camaraderie. The final song, "Der Einsame," is a haunting and introspective piece that reflects on the loneliness and isolation of the human condition. Throughout the cycle, Wolf demonstrates his mastery of the art song form, using rich harmonies, expressive melodies, and evocative text painting to bring Eichendorff's poems to life. The cycle is notable for its emotional depth and range, as well as its seamless integration of music and poetry. Overall, "Seemanns Abschied" is a masterful work of art song that showcases Wolf's unique talents as a composer and his deep understanding of the human experience.

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