I have for you today Richard Strauss’ song, “Ständchen” with one of my favorite singers, Christiane Karg.
And this song… my goodness, this song makes me happy in the best way. I love the liveliness of the piano, shimmering like moonlight on leaves or a love-stricken heart, flowing radiantly underneath a buoyant and lyrical vocal line.
Ms. Karg is, in my mind, the ultimate interpreter. Her light and youthful sound, breathtakingly beautiful as it soars through Strauss’ expert writing, captures the innocence and excitement of this secret meeting of lovers. Yes, I am using many superlatives, because this piece deserves it.
Please let the music carry all your worries away… after all, that is what we need most from music sometimes.
Here is Christiane Karg; Enjoy…
