Es taget vor dem Walde

A bright, early morning scene unfolds in this secular German SATB setting by Ludwig Senfl. The text evokes the dawn breaking over the forest, with the call to wakefulness for a beloved, Kätterlein. It paints a vivid picture of hares darting across the landscape as day begins. The composer captures the gentle yet insistent plea for the beloved to arise and acknowledge the shared affection: 'Heiaho, you are mine, so I am yours.' This piece is a charming example of Renaissance part-music, perfect for a choir looking for a cheerful and engaging German-language work with clear, memorable melodic lines and vibrant harmonic interplay.