Pauline Viardot (1821–1910)

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Pauline Viardot (1821–1910)
1. What do we need to know about this composer?
Possible answers . . .

• Considered one of the greatest singing actresses in operatic history.
• Songs mirror her forceful personality and colorful life.
• Accomplished pianist and fluent in five languages.
• Most songs are strophic or modified strophic form. Her accompaniments are complex.

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

Aime-moi
Bonjour, mon cœur
Le chêne et le Roseau
Sérénade
Haï luli!

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This selection is called: “Aime-moi”
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This selection is called: “Bonjour, mon cœur”
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This selection is called: “Le chêne et le Roseau”
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This selection is called: “Sérénade”
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This selection is called: “Haï luli!”
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