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Es gibt ja nichts Schön'res
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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Es gibt ja nichts Schön'res — Lyrics
Es gibt ja nichts Schön'res als ein Fuhrmann zu sein,
des Nachts auf der Straße, wenn der Mond so helle scheint.
Einst bin ich gefahren die Landstraß' entlang,
sieh' da kam ein schönes Mädel: "Liebster Fuhrmann, halte an!"
"Ich kann ja nicht halten, denn die Last ist zu schwer,
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About Es gibt ja nichts Schön'res
This arrangement of the German folk song Es gibt ja nichts Schön'res captures the spirit of traditional part-singing. The TTBB voicing allows for a rich, resonant sound, ideal for exploring the song's gently melancholic yet charming narrative. The text tells the story of a carter who encounters a maiden on a moonlit night. Despite her enticements, he must continue his journey, bound by his obligations and family at home. The music reflects the simple beauty of the folk original, with straightforward harmonies and a clear melodic line, suitable for a range of choirs seeking to explore the genre of German secular folk music.
