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Der Lindenbaum (Am Brunnen vor dem Tore)
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Der Lindenbaum (Am Brunnen vor dem Tore) by Franz Schubert — Lyrics
Am Brunnen vor dem Tore
Da steht ein Lindenbaum;
Ich träumt in seinem Schatten
So manchen süßen Traum.
Ich schnitt in seine Rinde
So manches liebe Wort;
Es zog in Freud' und Leide
Zu ihm mich immer fort.
Ich mußt' auch heute wandern
Vorbei in tiefer Nacht,
Da hab' ich noch im Dunkel
Die Augen zugemacht.
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About Der Lindenbaum (Am Brunnen vor dem Tore)
Franz Schubert's Der Lindenbaum (Am Brunnen vor dem Tore) offers a poignant meditation on memory and solace. The SATB arrangement captures the evocative atmosphere of the original, where the gentle rustling of the linden tree's leaves transforms into a comforting presence. The German text speaks of finding peace and refuge beneath the tree, even in the face of hardship and distance. This secular part-song unfolds with a rich harmonic language, allowing the choir to explore the emotional depth of the lyrics, from sweet dreams to a longing for rest. The interplay between the voices creates a sense of shared reflection, drawing the listener into the wanderer's intimate journey and the enduring call of the linden tree.
