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Der Wanderer
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Der Wanderer by Friedrich Ernst Koch — Lyrics
Ein Sträußchen am Hute, den Stab in der Hand,
muss ziehen der Wandrer von Lande zu Land;
er zieht viele Straßen, er sieht manchen Ort,
doch fort muss er wieder, an e'n anderen Ort.
So liebliche Blumen am Wege da stehn,
muss leider der Wandrer vorübergehn;
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About Der Wanderer
Friedrich Ernst Koch's Der Wanderer is a German secular four-part song for SATB choir. It paints a poignant picture of the itinerant life, evoking a sense of perpetual movement and longing. The lyrics describe a wanderer with a bouquet in his hat and staff in hand, forever journeying from place to place, observing beautiful sights and tempting resting spots but compelled to move on. The music would suit a concert program exploring themes of travel, nature, and the human condition, offering a reflective moment for both singers and audience. Its rich harmonies and flowing melodic lines are characteristic of the German Lied tradition, making it an engaging choice for a mature choir.
