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Durch der Töne Zaubermacht
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Durch der Töne Zaubermacht by Franz Schubert — Lyrics
Durch der Töne Zaubermacht,
schönes Werk, bist du vollbracht;
seht empor die Harfe schweben,
zu der Hand, die sie gegeben;
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About Durch der Töne Zaubermacht
Franz Schubert's partsong Durch der Töne Zaubermacht is a secular work for SATB choir in German. The title translates to 'Through the magic power of tones', and the text celebrates the unifying and reconciling power of music and art. The lyrics speak of how beautiful works are brought to completion, lifting the listener's gaze towards the source of inspiration. It describes how past enmities are dissolved and true love is rewarded, all through the transformative magic of sound. Schubert, a master of German Romantic song, imbues this short, celebratory piece with his characteristic lyrical gift.
