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Abschied vom Walde, Op. 59, No. 3
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Abschied vom Walde, Op. 59, No. 3 by Felix Mendelssohn — Lyrics
by Joseph vom Eichendorff
1. O Täler weit, o Höhen, o schöner grüner Wald,
du meiner Lust und Wehen andächtger Aufenthalt!
Da draussen, stets betrogen, saust die geschäftge Welt,
schlag noch einmal die Bogen um mich, du grünes Zelt.
2. Wenn es beginnt zu tagen, die Erde dampft und blinkt,
die Vögel lustig schlagen, dass dir dein Herz erklingt:
da mag vorgehn, verwehen das trübe Erdenleid,
da sollst du auferstehen in junger Herrlichkeit!
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About Abschied vom Walde, Op. 59, No. 3
Abschied vom Walde, Op. 59, No. 3, is a secular part-song by Felix Mendelssohn, composed for SATB choir. The text, by Joseph von Eichendorff, expresses a deep affection for the forest as a sanctuary from the 'busy world'. The singer finds solace and spiritual clarity within the 'green tent' of the woods, where the natural beauty and quiet wisdom offer a profound connection to life's essential truths. Mendelssohn's setting captures the Romantic sentiment of the poem, creating an atmospheric and evocative musical experience. The German lyrics convey a sense of longing for this natural refuge and a profound appreciation for its restorative power. This piece is ideal for choirs seeking to explore German Romantic repertoire with expressive harmonic language and rich choral textures.
