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Abendständchen, Op. 83, No. 3
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Abendständchen, Op. 83, No. 3 by Max Reger — Lyrics
Hör’, es klagt die Flöte wieder,
und die kühlen Brunnen rauschen,
golden weh’n die Töne nieder,
stille, laß uns lauschen!
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About Abendständchen, Op. 83, No. 3
The composer paints a serene nocturnal scene in this German part-song. The gentle sounds of flute and rustling fountains invite quiet contemplation. As golden notes descend through the night, the text speaks of tender longing and sweet desires, with a light of music piercing the darkness. Abendständchen is a deeply atmospheric TTBBB setting, characteristic of Reger's rich harmonic language and expressive approach to secular vocal writing. It offers a compelling opportunity for a mature male choir to explore subtle dynamic shading and emotional depth, capturing the intimate beauty of the text.
