Composer

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Franz Joseph Haydn

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1801

Average_duration

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5:26

"Muirland Willy, H. 31a/242" is a Scottish folk song arranged for voice and piano by Franz Joseph Haydn. The composition was likely composed in the late 1790s, during Haydn's later years. The piece was first published in 1805 by the Scottish publisher George Thomson as part of his collection "A Select Collection of Original Scottish Airs for the Voice." The composition consists of a single movement, with a simple and straightforward melody that is typical of Scottish folk music. The piano accompaniment is also relatively simple, with a steady rhythm and chordal accompaniment that supports the vocal line. The piece is characterized by its use of Scottish folk melodies, which were popular in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Haydn's arrangement of "Muirland Willy" is typical of his approach to folk music, which was to preserve the original melody while adding his own harmonies and accompaniment. Overall, "Muirland Willy, H. 31a/242" is a charming and simple composition that showcases Haydn's skill as an arranger and his appreciation for Scottish folk music.

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