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An den Sonnenschein, Op. 36 No 4
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
Solo voice,SATB · Nikolaus Hold
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An den Sonnenschein, Op. 36 No 4 by Robert Schumann — Lyrics
O Sonnenschein! o Sonnenschein!
Wie scheinst du mir ins Herz hinein!
Weckst drinnen lauter Liebeslust,
dass mir so enge wird die Brust,
und enge wird mir Stub' und Haus,
und wenn ich lauf' zum Tor hinaus,
da lockst du gar ins frische Grün
die allerschönsten Mädchen hin!
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About An den Sonnenschein, Op. 36 No 4
Robert Schumann's An den Sonnenschein, Op. 36 No 4, sets a German poem that revels in the joyful, life-affirming power of sunshine. The text paints a vibrant scene of nature bursting with life and beauty, personifying the sun as a beloved visitor that stirs deep feelings of love and longing. The singer expresses how the sunshine beckons them outdoors, to the fresh green of nature where beautiful maidens gather, and contemplates the sun's embrace of every flower, contrasting it with their own more complex emotions. Originally a solo song, this arrangement for SATB choir and solo voice brings Schumann's intimate reflections to a broader sonic palette. It captures the restless yearning and overflowing affection inspired by a bright, beautiful day, creating a rich and evocative choral experience.
