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Du bist so still|Op. 13. 6 4st. Lieder f. S, A., T. u. B.
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Du bist so still|Op. 13. 6 4st. Lieder f. S, A., T. u. B. by Louis Ehlert — Lyrics
1. Du bist so still, so sanft, so sinnig,
und schau' ich dir in's Angesicht,
da leuchtet mir verständnisinnig
der dunkeln Augen frommes Licht.
2. Nicht Worte gibst du dem Gefühle,
du redest nicht, du lächelst nur;
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About Du bist so still|Op. 13. 6 4st. Lieder f. S, A., T. u. B.
Louis Ehlert's Du bist so still is a beautiful four-part song for SATB chorus, setting a German secular text. The music opens with a gentle, flowing character, capturing the contemplative mood of the lyrics. The voices weave together in a rich, homophonic texture, creating a warm and intimate sound world. The text itself explores themes of quiet contemplation and unspoken understanding, using imagery of serene nature to describe a profound connection. Ehlert's setting reflects this through its delicate harmonic language and lyrical melodic lines, which rise and fall with a natural grace. The interplay between the parts is sensitive and balanced, allowing the serene beauty of the poem to shine through.
