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If I were a tree
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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If I were a tree by Michael Leuchtenberger — Lyrics
If I were a tree, I wouldn't have to move and move.
I would stand still and offer shade, a place to rest.
"Come, come to me." I would tell you.
"I invite you to be. Be who you are. Be there with me."
There would be time to listen,
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About If I were a tree
A tranquil moment is captured in Michael Leuchtenberger's If I were a tree. This SATB setting of an English text offers a secular invitation to pause and find solace. The music evokes the stillness of a tree, a sanctuary offering shade and rest. The lyrics express a gentle desire for connection, urging listeners to 'be who you are' and find a shared sense of presence. It paints a picture of unhurried contemplation, where simply being together allows for deep friendship and understanding. This piece would be ideal for a moment of calm reflection in a concert programme, or perhaps as a gentle closing number.
