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Das Glück der Freundschaft, Op. 88
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Das Glück der Freundschaft, Op. 88 by Ludwig van Beethoven — Lyrics
Der lebt ein Leben wonniglich,
dess Herz ein Herz gewinnt;
getheilte Lust verdoppelt sich,
getheilter Gram zerrinnt.
Be blümte Wege wandelt ab,
wem trauliches Geleit,
den Arm die gold'ne Freundschaft gab
in dieser eh'rnen Zeit.
Sie weckt die Kraft und spornt den Muth
zu schönen Thaten nur,
und nährt in uns die heil'ge Glut
für Wahrheit und Natur.
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About Das Glück der Freundschaft, Op. 88
This setting of German text paints a scene of blissful companionship, celebrating the joy of shared pleasures and the solace found in mutual support. The lyrics explore how true friendship provides strength, courage, and a nurturing spirit for noble deeds, inspiring devotion to truth and nature. It speaks of achieving life's ultimate happiness by finding a soulmate, with whom one shares a profound connection of love. The world blossoms, and all seems bright when accompanied by such a beloved partner. This secular Lied for solo voice, with a text that also includes Italian, is a heartfelt ode to the profound and transformative power of human connection and shared experience.
