Brahms' "Wiegenlied" from Op.49, written for Bertha Faber, combines folk-like simplicity with refined harmony. Its melody became a global lullaby symbol.
Brahms' "Wiegenlied" (Lullaby), Op. 49, No. 4, is renowned for its serene melody and enduring popularity as a cradle song. Composed in 1868, it is often referred to as "Brahms' Lullaby" and is based on a folk poem.
Brahms' "Wiegenlied" (Op. 49, No. 4), composed in 1868, is one of the most recognizable lullabies in classical music.
It was written for Brahms' friend Bertha Faber to celebrate the birth of her son, incorporating a folk melody.
Brahms' Wiegenlied (Cradle Song), Op.49 No.4, is one of the most famous lullabies in classical music, originally written as a lied for voice and piano with lyrics from a German folk poem. The piece features a tender melody that has become culturally ubiquitous.
Brahms' "Wiegenlied" (Lullaby), Op.49 No.4, is one of the most famous lullabies in classical music. Composed in 1868, it was written as a gift for Bertha Faber, a friend of Brahms, to celebrate the birth of her son. The melody incorporates a folk-song-like simplicity, reflecting Brahms' affinity for traditional themes.
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