Benjamin Britten

Beware! (Three early Songs)

Discover an enchanting vocal work full of youthful charm, wit, and musical depth with “Beware! (Three early Songs)”. Published by the renowned Faber Music, this carefully edited sheet music edition presents three expressive early songs, ideally suited for medium voice and piano accompaniment.

This cycle captivates with its delightful poetic variety:

1. “Beware!” – lively and full of character, based on verses by Henry Longfellow (translated from the German)

2. “O That I had ne'er been married” – a poignant setting of Robert Burns' famous poem

3. “Epitaph: The Clerk” – a delicate musical miniature set to poetry by Herbert Asquith

Whether for vocal recitals, concert performances, competitions, or advanced vocal training: this edition is a wonderful and rewarding addition to the repertoire of both singers and accompanists.