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Am Brünnelein
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Am Brünnelein by Albert Methfessel — Lyrics
War hold und jung wie Röslein zart,
war froh und wohlgemut;
sang Lieder auch ganz andrer Art,
mein Schatz war mir noch gut!
Am Brünnelein, am Brünnelein,
da standen wir beisammen
wie Feuer und wie Flammen,
am Brünnelein, am Brünnelein.
Weiß nit, was mir so wurmt und brennt
im Herzen Tag und Nacht;
weiß nicht, wohin ich mich noch wend',
wenn's fort und fort so macht!
Am Brünnelein, am Brünnelein,
da hat es angefangen,
mein Schatz ist fortgegangen
vom Brünnelein, vom Brünnelein.
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About Am Brünnelein
This setting of Am Brünnelein by Albert Methfessel is a charming German folk song for TTBB male voices. It paints a vivid picture of youthful love blooming by a well, evoking the warmth and joy of a shared summer romance. The text follows a narrative arc, moving from innocent affection to the heartache of separation and loss. As the seasons change and the well dries up, so too has the lover departed, leaving behind a feeling of loneliness and sorrow. This piece would be an excellent choice for a choir looking to explore heartfelt folk traditions, offering a touching portrayal of love's transient nature and the enduring power of memory.
