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Behüt' dich Gott, Op. 186, No. 7
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Behüt' dich Gott, Op. 186, No. 7 by Josef Rheinberger — Lyrics
Behüt' dich Gott!
Wie klingst du schön,
o altes trautes Wort!
Wie Friedensgruß aus Himmelshöhn,
so tönts im Innern fort.
Behüt' dich Gott!
Durch Wald und Hain,
ruft's jeder Blütenstrauch,
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About Behüt' dich Gott, Op. 186, No. 7
Josef Rheinberger's Op. 186 contains a collection of four-part secular songs, of which this is the seventh. Written for SATB choir, the German text offers a gentle blessing, invoking divine protection. The lyrics express a tender wish for safety and peace, likening the words to a greeting from heaven and a blessing for all time. The music reflects this sentiment, with flowing lines and warm harmonies that create a comforting and uplifting atmosphere. This is an ideal piece for a choir looking for a beautiful and meaningful German part-song that can be both expressive and technically satisfying.
