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Ach hülf mich Leid
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Ach hülf mich Leid by Johann Schachinger — Lyrics
1. Ach hülf mich Leid und sehnlich Klag,
mein Tag hab ich kein Rast,
so fast mein Herz
mit Schmerz tut ringen,
dringen nach verlorner Freud.
Wie wohl ich sorg, es sei umsonst
mein Gunst, die ich ihm trag,
doch mag ich nicht
mit icht verlassen,
hassen ihn umb Lieb noch Leid
Ich arme Metz
setz stets
mein Sinn in groß Gefahr.
Zwar gar entbrinnt,
rinnt diese Treu
neu aus edler Art.
Hart war mir nie so weh,
geh, steh,
schlaf oder wach,
gmach hab ich nit
ficht, dicht, wie ich mich halt,
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About Ach hülf mich Leid
This setting of Ach hülf mich Leid by Johann Schachinger for SATB voices opens with a direct and heartfelt musical expression of the text's lament. The voices weave together to create a rich texture, imbuing the German secular lyrics with a profound sense of sorrow and longing. The composer masterfully captures the anguish of the narrator, whose heart wrestles with pain and a deep yearning for lost joy. Despite the uncertainty of their affections being returned, the singer cannot bring themselves to abandon their love. The music reflects the narrator's unwavering commitment, even as they face significant personal risk and heartbreak. This Lieder is a powerful exploration of unrequited or difficult love.
