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Abendlied
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Abendlied by Ferdinand Huber — Lyrics
1. Luegit, vo Berg und Tal
flieht scho der Sunne Strahl;
luegit, uf Aue und Matte
wachse die dunkele Schatte;
d'Sunn uf de Berge erstoht,
o wie sind d'Gletscher so rot.
2. Luegit, do oben am See
heimet zu wendet sich’s Veh;
losed, wie d’Glogge, die schöne,
fründlig im Moos üs ertöne;
Chüejerglüt, üseri Lust,
tuet üs so wohl i der Brust.
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About Abendlied
Ferdinand Huber's Abendlied is a delightful SATB setting of a German text, rooted in the tradition of folk songs. The music evokes the peaceful transition from day to night in a mountain setting. It opens with a gentle texture, painting a picture of the sun's rays fading from the valleys and shadows lengthening across the meadows. As the song progresses, it captures the warmth of the setting sun on the glaciers and the comforting sounds of cowbells. The final verses reflect on the coming of night, the emergence of stars, and a profound sense of divine protection and peace, concluding with a tender farewell to a star that embodies God's watchful care. This piece offers a charming musical reflection on nature and faith.
