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An den Vetter
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SAT, AAB · Elizabeth Pauly
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An den Vetter by Joseph Franz Haydn — Lyrics
Ja, Vetter ja! Ich fall' euch bei,
dass Lieb' und Torheit einerlei,
und ich ein Tor notwendig sei;
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About An den Vetter
Joseph Haydn’s An den Vetter is a charming secular part-song for two distinct vocal ensembles: SAT and AAB. Sung in German, this work captures a lighthearted and perhaps slightly tipsy convivial atmosphere, ideal for a gathering of friends or a convivial social occasion. The text humorously asserts that love and folly are one and the same, and that the singer is necessarily a fool for love, yet perfectly content with this state. Haydn’s setting, with its pleasing vocal interplay, reflects this good-natured theme, making it a delightful addition to a programme of chamber vocal music. Its characterful melody and rhythmic vitality offer a refreshing contrast to more serious fare.
