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Bei stiller Nacht / In quiet night
Staff Notation • Sacred, Sacred songs
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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.
SATB · Christoph Dalitz
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Bei stiller Nacht / In quiet night by Christoph Dalitz — Lyrics
1. Bei stiller Nacht, zur ersten Wacht / Ein Stimm begann zu klagen.
Ich nahm in acht, was sie da sagt / Voll Angst und voll Verzagen.
2. Es war der liebe Gottessohn. / Sein Haupt hat er in Armen.
Viel weiß und bleicher als der Mond. / Ein Stein es möcht' erbarmen.
3. Ach Vater mein, Und kann's nit sein? / Und muss ich's je dann wagen?
Will trinken rein den Kelch allein. Kann dir's ja nit versagen.
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About Bei stiller Nacht / In quiet night
This devotional SATB setting of Christoph Dalitz's Bei stiller Nacht / In quiet night is ideal for moments of solemn reflection. The German original, translated into English, unfolds a powerful meditation on Christ's suffering. The text describes a soul lamenting, identifying with the sorrowful son of God, and contemplating his impending sacrifice. The imagery of the waning moon and weeping stars paints a profound picture of cosmic grief mirroring the spiritual anguish. Its sacred nature and deep emotional resonance make it a compelling choice for choirs seeking to explore themes of sacrifice, faith, and divine empathy during contemplative services or Lenten observances.
