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Dans l'immense tristesse
Staff Notation • Secular, Art songs
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Dans l'immense tristesse by Lili Boulanger — Lyrics
Dans l'immense tristesse et dans le lourd silence,
Un pas se fait entendre, une forme s'avance,
Et vers une humble tombe elle vient se pencher
O femme, en ce lieu saint, que vienstu donc chercher?
Pourquoi vienstu troubler la paix du cimetière?
Astu donc un trésor caché sous quelque pierre,
Ou vienstu mendier, à l'ombre des tombeaux,
Pauvre vivante, aux morts, un peu de leur repos?
Non, rien de tout cela jusqu'ici ne l'amène,
(La lune en cet instant éclairait cette scène,)
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About Dans l'immense tristesse
Lili Boulanger's Dans l'immense tristesse sets a poignant French text, exploring themes of grief and loss. The art song's lyrics depict a solitary woman visiting a cemetery, contemplating the silence and the graves. Her search is not for material treasure, but for solace and peace. The composer masterfully captures the sorrowful atmosphere of the text, conveying the profound sadness of a mother mourning her lost child. This piece offers a powerful emotional journey, reflective of Boulanger's sensitive musical expression. It is a significant work from the early 20th century, showcasing her unique compositional voice and her ability to imbue secular songs with deep feeling.
