Composer

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Franz Schubert

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song

Compose Date

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1823

Average_duration

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2:06

"Mit dem Grünen Lautenbande" is a lied composed by Franz Schubert in 1823. It is the thirteenth song in his song cycle "Die schöne Müllerin," Op. 25, D. 795. The song cycle is based on a collection of poems by Wilhelm Müller, which tells the story of a young miller who falls in love with a beautiful girl, the miller's daughter. The cycle consists of 20 songs, and "Mit dem Grünen Lautenbande" is the thirteenth. The song is in A major and has a moderate tempo. It is in a simple ABA form, with the A section being repeated twice and the B section being heard only once. The song is accompanied by a guitar, which is a common feature of Schubert's lieder. The song begins with a gentle guitar introduction, which sets the mood for the piece. The first verse describes the miller's longing for the miller's daughter, who has given him a green lute band as a token of her affection. The second verse describes the miller's joy at receiving the gift and his determination to keep it safe. The third verse describes the miller's sadness when he realizes that the miller's daughter has given the same gift to another man. The song is characterized by its simple melody and gentle accompaniment. The guitar provides a delicate and intimate sound, which complements the emotional content of the lyrics. The song is also notable for its use of repetition, which emphasizes the miller's longing and sadness. "Mit dem Grünen Lautenbande" premiered in Vienna in 1824, and it has since become one of Schubert's most popular lieder. The song is a testament to Schubert's ability to capture the emotional depth of a text through his music.

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