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Frühlingslied, Op. 71, No. 2
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Frühlingslied, Op. 71, No. 2 by Felix Mendelssohn — Lyrics
Der Frühling naht mit Brausen,
er rüstet sich zur Tat,
und unter Sturm und Sausen
keimt still die grüne Saat;
Drum wach', erwach', du Menschenkind,
dass dich der Lenz nicht schlafend find'!
drum wach', erwach', du Menschenkind,
dass dich der Lenz nicht schlafend find'!
Tu ab die Wintersorgen,
empfange frisch den Gast;
er fliegt wie junger Morgen,
er hält nicht lange Rast.
Die Knospe schwillt, die Blume blüht,
die Stunde eilt, der Frühling flieht.
Drum wach', erwach', du Menschenkind,
dass dich der Lenz nicht schlafend find'!
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About Frühlingslied, Op. 71, No. 2
Felix Mendelssohn's Frühlingslied, Op. 71, No. 2, is a beautiful example of the German Lied tradition. The text expresses the joyous arrival of spring, urging the listener to awaken from winter's slumber and embrace the season's renewal. It paints a vivid picture of nature coming to life, with green shoots emerging and flowers blooming, all while reminding us that time, like spring, passes quickly. The song encourages shedding worries and looking forward with courage as the natural world awakens. This solo voice setting captures the delicate yet vibrant spirit of early spring, making it a charming choice for recital or personal reflection.
