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Die alte gute Zeit
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Die alte gute Zeit by Robert Schumann — Lyrics
1. Wer lenkt nicht gern den heitern Blick
in die Vergangenheit,
wer denkt nicht alter Freundschaft gern
und alter guter Zeit?
R.: Der alten guten Zeit, mein Herz,
der alten guten Zeit;
im vollen Becher lebe sie,
die alte gute Zeit!
2. Wir pflückten Blumen uns im Wald,
auf Rainen schmal und breit,
und denken pilgermüde noch
der alten guten Zeit,
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About Die alte gute Zeit
As seasons change and years pass, choirs can reflect on cherished memories with Robert Schumann’s Die alte gute Zeit. This German secular partsong for SATB voices looks back with fondness on friendship and past days. The text speaks of pleasant memories of youth, of nature, and of shared experiences. The refrain is a toast to the 'old good times,' which live on in a full cup. Schumann crafts music that perfectly captures the nostalgic and affectionate mood of the lyrics, making it an ideal choice for a choir seeking to evoke warmth and shared history. The piece provides an opportunity for expressive singing, allowing the ensemble to connect with the universal theme of reminiscence.
