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Die liebe Sonne, voll Freud und Wonne|Sechs Choräle für vierstimmigen gem. Chor a capella
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Die liebe Sonne, voll Freud und Wonne|Sechs Choräle für vierstimmigen gem. Chor a capella by Heinrich Kaminski — Lyrics
1. Die güldne Sonne,
Voll Freud und Wonne
Bringt unsern Grenzen
Mit ihrem Glänzen
Ein herzerquickendes,
Liebliches Licht.
Mein Haupt und Glieder,
Die lagen darnieder;
Aber nun steh ich,
Bin munter und fröhlich,
Schaue den Himmel
Mit meinem Gesicht.
2. Mein Auge schauet,
Was Gott gebauet
Zu seinen Ehren
Und uns zu lehren,
Wie sein Vermögen
Sei mächtig und groß
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About Die liebe Sonne, voll Freud und Wonne|Sechs Choräle für vierstimmigen gem. Chor a capella
This devotional German hymn, Die liebe Sonne, voll Freud und Wonne, paints a vivid picture of the sun bringing light and joy to the world. The text rejoices in the sun's life-giving radiance, awakening the singer from slumber to a state of alertness and happiness. It then turns to contemplate God's magnificent creation and boundless power, offering a reflection on the soul's eventual journey to paradise. Finally, the hymn calls for offerings of praise and gratitude to the Creator, dedicating our highest possessions—our minds and souls—as sacrifices of song. Composed for a cappella SATB choir, this sacred piece invites a thoughtful and uplifting musical interpretation.
