Ein geistliches Abendlied|Sechs geistliche Gesänge für gemischten Chor. Op. 71
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Ein geistliches Abendlied|Sechs geistliche Gesänge für gemischten Chor. Op. 71 by Ferdinand Hiller — Lyrics
About Ein geistliches Abendlied|Sechs geistliche Gesänge für gemischten Chor. Op. 71
German composer Ferdinand Hiller (1811-1885) wrote this SATB setting of Ein geistliches Abendlied as part of his Six Sacred Songs, Op. 71. Although categorized as secular part-songs, the German text offers a devotional reflection suitable for evening. The lyrics speak of the quiet arrival of night, the fading sounds of the day, and the presence of angels. They offer comfort, urging the heart to cast aside worries and burdens, whether they stem from the world's joys or sorrows. The text emphasizes finding peace and solace, looking to a higher power for grace and forgiveness, and looking forward to heavenly peace. Hiller's music would have provided a rich, devotional setting for these contemplative words.