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An die Laute
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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An die Laute by Franz Schubert — Lyrics
Leiser, leiser, kleine Laute,
Flüstre was ich dir vertraute,
Dort zu jenem Fenster hin!
Wie die Wellen sanfter Lüfte,
Mondenglanz und Blumendüfte,
Send es der Gebieterin!
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About An die Laute
This intimate song for solo soprano, An die Laute, showcases Schubert's mastery of the Lied genre. The music begins with a gentle, almost whispered quality, mirroring the text's request for secrecy. Schubert crafts a delicate musical language to convey the singer's plea to the lute to carry a message to a beloved, while carefully avoiding the notice of envious neighbors. The flowing melodic lines and sensitive accompaniment create an atmosphere of tender confidence and hopeful longing, painting a vivid picture of a clandestine serenade under the moonlight. This piece is a perfect example of Schubert's ability to imbue simple sentiments with profound musical expression.
