Composer

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Nikolay Medtner

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1907

Average_duration

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5:56

Movement_count

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3

Movement ....

Nikolay Medtner's 'Poems (3) of Heine, Op. 12' is a collection of three songs composed for voice and piano. The songs were composed in 1905 and premiered in Moscow in the same year. The three movements are titled 'The Lotus Flower', 'The Young Nun', and 'The Pilgrimage to Kevlaar'. The first movement, 'The Lotus Flower', is a melancholic and introspective song that reflects on the fleeting nature of beauty and the inevitability of death. The piano accompaniment is delicate and ethereal, creating a dreamlike atmosphere that complements the introspective nature of the lyrics. The second movement, 'The Young Nun', is a more dramatic and emotional song that tells the story of a young woman who has taken vows to become a nun but is struggling with her decision. The piano accompaniment is more forceful and intense, reflecting the emotional turmoil of the protagonist. The final movement, 'The Pilgrimage to Kevlaar', is a lively and energetic song that tells the story of a pilgrimage to a famous shrine in Germany. The piano accompaniment is lively and rhythmic, evoking the excitement and energy of the pilgrimage. Overall, 'Poems (3) of Heine, Op. 12' is a beautiful and evocative collection of songs that showcases Medtner's skill as a composer. The songs are characterized by their introspective and emotional nature, as well as their delicate and ethereal piano accompaniment.

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