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Der Gärtner (3. Fassung)
Staff Notation • Secular, Lieder
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
TTB · Charles Pearson
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Der Gärtner (3. Fassung) by Hugo Distler — Lyrics
1. Auf ihrem Leibrößlein,
So weiß wie der Schnee,
Die schönste Prinzessin
Reit't durch die Allee.
2. Der Weg, den das Rößlein
Hintanzet so hold,
Der Sand, den ich streute,
Er blinket wie Gold.
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About Der Gärtner (3. Fassung)
Hugo Distler's Der Gärtner is a charming German Lied for TTB choir. The music opens with a graceful, almost dance-like vocal line that evokes the imagery of a princess riding through an avenue. The texture builds with imitative entries, creating a sense of delicate interplay between the voices, mirroring the text's romantic scenario. The choir portrays a gardener scattering golden sand for the princess's horse and offering flowers in exchange for a feather. The setting captures the lighthearted and slightly wistful mood of the poem, with the male voices blending to create a rich yet transparent sound. It is an appealing choice for choirs looking for engaging secular repertoire.
