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Heidenröslein, D.257
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Heidenröslein, D.257 by Franz Schubert — Lyrics
Sah ein Knab' ein Röslein stehn,
Röslein auf der Heiden,
war so jung und morgenschön,
lief er schnell, es nah zu sehn,
sah's mit vielen Freuden.
Röslein, Röslein, Röslein rot,
Röslein auf der Heiden.
Knabe sprach: Ich breche dich,
Röslein auf der Heiden!
Röslein sprach: Ich steche dich,
daß du ewig denkst an mich,
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About Heidenröslein, D.257
Franz Schubert's Heidenröslein sets Goethe's poem of the same name, depicting a boy's encounter with a wild rose. The text captures the innocent joy of spotting the beautiful bloom, followed by the boy's desire to pluck it. The rose's plea and warning are ignored, leading to its destruction. Schubert’s setting for solo voice in German follows the narrative closely, with a simple, folk-like melody that reflects the poem's pastoral imagery and dramatic arc. It is a charming example of German Lied, exploring themes of nature, desire, and the consequences of impulsive actions. The song’s accessibility and engaging story make it a popular choice.
