Expert: Donald - 8/6/2008

Question
hi there, i was wondering if you could possibly find the english lyrics to stanchen (serenade) by Franz schubert because i really can't find them and it would be a huge help to me if you could.Thanks

Answer
Hi Izzy,

Here is the best translation that I could find...I hope that this is of some help to you.

"Ständchen" ("Serenade")

My songs quietly implore you
through the night;
down to the silent wood
my love, come to me!

The tree tops whisper
in the light of the moon;
Don't be afraid, my love,
no-one will observe us.

Can you hear the nightingales?
Oh! They implore you,
their sweet lament
pleads with you on my behalf.

They understand the yearning I feel,
they know love's torture,
with their silvery notes
they touch every soft heart

Let them touch yours, too,
sweet love: hear my plea!
Trembling I await you,
come, bring me bliss!

Thanks for your question!

Donald