Composer

:

Hugo Wolf

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song Collection

Compose Date

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Apr 12, 1896

Average_duration

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1:49

Movement_count

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24

Movement ....

Hugo Wolf's "Wie soll ich fröhlich sein (Italienisches Liederbuch)" is a song cycle composed between 1890 and 1896. The premiere of the cycle took place in Vienna in 1897. The cycle consists of 46 songs, which are divided into two volumes. The first volume contains 22 songs, while the second volume contains 24 songs. The songs in "Wie soll ich fröhlich sein" are based on Italian poems from the 16th and 17th centuries. The poems are love songs, and they explore themes such as desire, longing, and heartbreak. The cycle is known for its emotional intensity and its vivid portrayal of the human experience. The songs in the cycle are divided into three movements. The first movement consists of 16 songs, the second movement consists of 15 songs, and the third movement consists of 15 songs. Each movement explores a different aspect of love and relationships. The first movement is characterized by its playful and lighthearted tone. The songs in this movement are often humorous and satirical, and they explore the joys and challenges of courtship. The second movement is more introspective and melancholic. The songs in this movement are characterized by their emotional depth and their exploration of the pain and sorrow of unrequited love. The third movement is more passionate and intense. The songs in this movement explore the ecstasy and agony of love, and they are characterized by their vivid imagery and their emotional intensity. Overall, "Wie soll ich fröhlich sein" is a powerful and moving song cycle that explores the complexities of love and relationships. The cycle is known for its emotional depth, its vivid portrayal of the human experience, and its beautiful melodies.

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