Abreise, Op. 34, No. 7

Conradin Kreutzer's Abreise is a solo art song in German, belonging to the Lieder tradition. The text speaks of departure from a place where the singer has lived for a long time. There is no great sorrow associated with leaving, as the singer departs unhindered and unnoticed by most. The lyrics, however, reveal a hidden pain, a sorrow caused by one specific person, which makes the farewell difficult. This poignant expression of mixed emotions, of outward composure and inner heartache, is characteristic of the Romantic Lieder.