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Abschiedstafel, Op. 75, No. 4
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Abschiedstafel, Op. 75, No. 4 by Felix Mendelssohn — Lyrics
1. So rückt denn in die Runde!
Es schleicht die Zeit im Dunkeln,
sie soll uns rüstig finden
und heiter, stark und gut!
Gar viel ist zu vollbringen,
gar vieles muss misslingen.
So soll die letzte Stunde
nachleuchten uns und funkeln!
Wie unsre Pfad' sich winden,
wir sind in Gottes Hut.
2. Dem Bruder meines Lebens,
der, fern, mit mir zusammen,
sei denn aus Herzensgrunde
das erste Glas gebracht!
Ich brauch ihn nicht zu nennen,
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About Abschiedstafel, Op. 75, No. 4
Felix Mendelssohn’s Abschiedstafel, Op. 75, No. 4, is a four-part German secular song for TTBB male voices. The text, celebrating friendship and loyalty, speaks of parting and remembrance. It urges the singers to face life’s challenges with courage and good cheer, acknowledging that much will be accomplished and much will fail. The second stanza is a heartfelt toast to a distant friend, assuring them of continued connection despite geographical separation. The final stanza, though incomplete in the provided text, seems to implore the listener to resist falsehood and maintain integrity. This setting captures a spirit of camaraderie and steadfastness, making it a fitting choice for a male choir seeking expressive and meaningful repertoire.
