Composer

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Max Reger

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

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1914

Average_duration

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2:34

"An die Musik" is a composition by Max Reger, based on the song of the same name by Franz Schubert. Reger composed the piece in 1912, and it premiered on January 26, 1913, in Leipzig, Germany. The composition is a transcription of Schubert's song for voice and piano, and it is scored for string orchestra. The piece is divided into three movements. The first movement is marked "Andante con moto" and is based on the first verse of Schubert's song. The second movement is marked "Allegro moderato" and is based on the second verse of the song. The third movement is marked "Andante" and is based on the third verse of the song. Reger's transcription of Schubert's song is characterized by his use of chromaticism and his rich harmonic language. The piece is also notable for its use of counterpoint, with the different sections of the orchestra weaving in and out of each other. The overall effect is one of lushness and complexity, with Reger's transcription adding depth and complexity to Schubert's original song. Overall, "An die Musik" is a beautiful and complex composition that showcases Reger's skill as a composer and his deep appreciation for Schubert's music. Its premiere in 1913 was a significant event in the musical world, and the piece continues to be performed and admired today.

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