Clara Wieck Schumann (1819–1896)


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Clara Wieck Schumann (1819–1896)

1. What do we need to know about this composer?
Possible answers . . .

  • Concert pianist and wife of Robert Schumann.
  • Songs have beautifully shaped melodic lines and expressive accompaniments.

2. Name a song composition by this composer.
Possible answers . . .

Liebst du um Schönheit
Er ist gekommen in Sturm und Regen
Lorelei
Ihr Bildnis

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This selection is called: “Liebst du um Schönheit”
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This selection is called: “Er ist gekommen in Sturm und Regen”
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This selection is called: “Lorelei”
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This selection is called: “Ihr Bildnis”
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