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Der englische Gruss, Op. 22, No. 1
Staff Notation • Sacred, Partsongs, Lieder
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Der englische Gruss, Op. 22, No. 1 by Johannes Brahms — Lyrics
1. Gegrüßet, Maria, du Mutter der Gnaden!
So sangen die Engel der Jungfrau Maria
In ihrem Gebete, darinnen sie rang.
2. Maria, du sollst einen Sohn empfangen,
Darnach tun Himmel und Erde verlangen,
Daß du die Mutter des Herren sollst sein.
3. O Engel, wie mag ich das erleben,
Ich habe mich noch keinem Manne ergeben
In dieser weiten und breiten Welt.
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About Der englische Gruss, Op. 22, No. 1
This setting of the 'Angel's Greeting' for SATB voices unfolds with a luminous texture, Brahms capturing the devotional atmosphere of the text. The German lyrics, drawn from a Marian devotional context, recount the Annunciation from the angel's initial salutation to Mary's humble acceptance. The music reflects the narrative progression, moving from the angel's pronouncement to Mary's questioning and finally to her faithful response, 'Be it unto me according to thy word'. Brahms's masterful handling of the vocal lines creates moments of both gentle reflection and soaring praise, culminating in the angels' hymn of adoration to Mary. This sacred work is a compelling choice for choirs seeking expressive and textually rich choral repertoire.
