[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k2BVgc8vLzQ&w=480&h=360]
Richard Georg Strauss (1864 – 1949) “Wiegenliedchen” from op. 49 (Acht Lieder) no. 3. (1900)
Performed by Canadian soprano Gillian Keith (b. 1972) and pianist Simon Lepper.
Wiegenlied
Bienchen, Bienchen, Wiegt sich im Sonnenschein, Spielt um mein Kindelein, Summt dich in Schlummer ein, Süßes Gesicht. Spinnchen, Spinnchen, Flimmert im Sonnenschein, Schlummre, mein Kindelein, Spinnt dich in Träume ein, Rühre dich nicht! Tief-Edelinchen Schlüpft aus dem Sonnenschein Träume, mein Kindelein, Haucht dir ein Seelchen ein: Liebe zum Licht.
Little bee, little bee
Little bee, little bee, Swaying in the sunshine, Playing around my little child, Humming yonder to sleep, Sweet face. Little spider, little spider, Shimmering in the sunshine, Slumber, my little child, Spin yourself to sleep Disturb not yourself. Rich little fellow1, Slip out of the sunshine Dream, my little child, Breathe into yourself a little soul: Love of the light.
What a wonderful gem of a song. The accompaniment figure in the piano reminds me both of a flitting bee and a soothing lullaby. A lovely performance from both collaborators. And a great video!
Thanks for commenting, Ezra. I completely agree. They also have a beautiful recording on spotify.