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Zwei venetianische Lieder I (Leis’ rudern hin)

Myrthen, Op. 25 · No. 17

Robert Schumann · 1840 · G major · 64 bars · 44 chords analysed

“Myrtles” — a myrtle wreath was a traditional bridal gift — is the collection of 26 songs Schumann gave to Clara on their wedding day in 1840.

Keys visited: G major.