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Das Lieben bringt groß Freud
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Das Lieben bringt groß Freud by Max Reger — Lyrics
Das Lieben bringt groß' Freud',
es wissen's alle Leut';
weiß mir ein schwarzbraun Mägdelein,
mit zwei schwarzbraunen Äugelein,
das mir mein Herz erfreut.
Sie hat schwarzbraune Haar!
dazu zwei Äuglein klar;
ihr sanfter Blick, ihr Zuckermund
hat mir das Herz im Leib verwund't,
hat mir mein Herz verwund't.
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About Das Lieben bringt groß Freud
Max Reger's setting of Das Lieben bringt groß' Freud' is a rich TTBB arrangement of a beloved German folk song. The text celebrates the joy of love, detailing the singer's admiration for a dark-haired maiden with bright eyes, whose affection he has won. The music, in Reger's distinctive style, likely captures the sentiment of the lyrics, moving from playful declarations of love to a tender farewell. This secular piece would offer a satisfying challenge for a male choir, with opportunities for expressive vocalisation and dynamic contrast, all within the familiar framework of a folk-song melody. It offers a glimpse into Reger's skillful handling of vocal ensembles and his engagement with German folk traditions.
