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Erschienen ist der herrlich' Tag
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Erschienen ist der herrlich' Tag by Hugo Distler — Lyrics
Erschienen ist der herrlich Tag,
dran sich niemand gnug freuen mag;
Christ, unser Herr, heut triumphiert,
all seine Feind gefangen führt.
Halleluja!
Die alte Schlang, die Sünd und Tod,
die Höll, all Jammer, Angst und Not
hat überwunden Jesus Christ,
der heut vom Tod erstanden ist.
Halleluja!
Am Sabbat früh mit Spezerei
kamen zum Grab der Weiber drei,
dass sie salbten Marien Sohn,
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About Erschienen ist der herrlich' Tag
This sacred motet by Hugo Distler, Erschienen ist der herrlich' Tag, is ideal for Eastertide. The German text jubilantly proclaims Christ's resurrection, celebrating his triumph over sin and death. The composer's setting for treble voices (SSA) brings to life the narrative of the women at the tomb and the angel's message, transforming sorrow into joy. Distler's music captures the exultation of the Easter message with vibrant energy, making it a fitting choice for a celebratory occasion.
