Abendlied
Staff Notation • Sacred, Partsongs
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Abendlied by Max Reger — Lyrics
About Abendlied
Max Reger's Abendlied sets a poem that paints a tranquil evening scene, beginning with the rising moon and sparkling stars. The text evokes a sense of peace and quietude as the world settles into twilight, comparing it to a serene chamber where the day's troubles can be forgotten. The piece then gently contemplates human perception and frailty, noting how things unseen can still be beautiful and how people often err in their understanding. The composer's setting for SATB voices in German captures the contemplative and devotional mood of the lyrics. This sacred partsong is suited for reflective moments in a concert or service.