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Liebesschmerzen
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Liebesschmerzen by Max Bruch — Lyrics
Darf mein Unglück niemand klagen,
muss vertuschen meine Pein;
was mich drückt, darf ich nit sagen,
muss dabei geduldig sein;
muss mich stellen ganz gelassen,
als wär ich im Paradies,
und dabei muss ich verlassen,
was mir noch am liebsten ist.
Dir zu dienen will ich leben,
schönster Schatz auf dieser Welt.
Dir hab ich mich ganz ergeben
und als Liebste dich erwählt.
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About Liebesschmerzen
Max Bruch's Liebesschmerzen is a setting of German secular poetry for SATB choir. The text expresses the pain of unrequited or difficult love, where the singer must conceal their suffering and pretend to be happy, even as they are deeply devoted to their beloved. The music reflects this inner turmoil, with moments of tender affection contrasted with passages of intense yearning. Bruch captures the emotional depth of the lyrics, exploring themes of hidden sorrow and unwavering devotion.
