Herzlich thut mich erfreuen

This anonymous German secular song rejoices in the delights of summer. The opening lines paint a vivid scene of renewal: the fresh air of May, the joyful song of the lark, and the sweet music of birds heralding the nightingale. The composer, writing for two tenors, captures this sense of vibrant, natural pleasure in a piece that evokes the spirit of the Renaissance. Its simple, direct melody and clear harmonies make it an accessible yet engaging work for a male choir looking to explore European song traditions.