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Abschied, Op. 83, No. 9
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Abschied, Op. 83, No. 9 by Max Reger — Lyrics
1. Abendlich schon rauscht der Wald
aus den tiefen Gründen,
droben wird der Herr nun bald
an die Sterne zünden,
wie so stille in den Schlünden,
abendlich nur rauscht der Wald.
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About Abschied, Op. 83, No. 9
Max Reger's Abschied, Op. 83, No. 9 is a secular German partsong for double choir (TTTTBBBB). The text expresses the quietude of the forest at dusk, a scene that evokes a sense of peace and a longing for home. As the natural world settles into repose, the lyrics suggest a parallel desire for inner calm, urging the heart to find rest. Reger captures this mood with rich harmonies and intricate vocal textures, characteristic of his compositional style, creating an immersive atmosphere for the eight-part choir. The piece concludes with a gentle invitation to embrace stillness as day turns to night.
