Richard Strauss (1864–1949)

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1. What do we need to know about this composer?
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Songs display passionate lyricism and richly textured accompaniments.
Excelled in orchestral settings of his songs.
One of the most famous composers of the 20th century, especially in opera composition.

2. Name a song composition by this composer.
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Allerseelen
Befreit
Cäcilie
Die Nacht
Morgen!
Schlechtes Wetter
Ständchen
Zueignung

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This selection is called: “Zueignung”
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This selection is called: “Die Nacht”
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This selection is called: “Allerseelen”
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This selection is called: “Ständchen”
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This selection is called: “Morgen!”
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This selection is called: “Cäcilie”
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This selection is called: “Befreit”
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This selection is called: “Schlechtes Wetter”
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