Document Type
Thesis
Date of Degree Completion
Summer 1972
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Music
Committee Chair
Joseph S. Haruda
Second Committee Member
Howard Barr
Third Committee Member
John DeMerchant
Abstract
The song cycle, Frauenliebe und Leben, composed by Robert Schumann to a text by Adelbert von Chamisso, is particularly effective when the complete cycle is performed. This author, performing and studying the cyrcle, found that the piano accompaniment frequently moves independently of the vocal line, though it is an integral part of the cycle. The rhythmic patterns are designed to bring out the expressive quality of the text. Harmonic devices include extensive use of chromatic alterations, irresolution of chords, and free modulation. Finally, the vocal interpretation requires a singer with considerable poetic sensitivity.
Recommended Citation
Bolstad, Rose I., "Frauenliebe und Leben" (1972). All Master's Theses. 1801.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/etd/1801
Language
English