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Freude in Ehren
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Freude in Ehren by Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda — Lyrics
Ein Lied in Ehren,
wer will es wehren!
Singt Vöglein nicht in Busch und Hain!
der Engel nicht im Sternenschein!
Ein freier froher Mut,
gesundes, frohes Blut
geht über Geld und Gut.
Ein Trunk in Ehren,
wer will ihn wehren!
Gott schenkt den Blümchen Frühtrank ein,
der Pfarrer trinkt sein Schöppchen Wein.
Ja, wer am Werktag schafft,
dem gibt der Rebensaft
am Sonntag neue Kraft.
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About Freude in Ehren
Johann Wenzel Kalliwoda’s Freude in Ehren is a delightful secular SATB part-song in German. The text celebrates the simple pleasures of life: song, drink, and a kiss, all in good conscience. It suggests that joy can be found in nature’s bounty and in honest work, with the reward of refreshment and renewed strength. The composer’s music likely matches the text’s spirit of lightheartedness and good cheer, making it an excellent choice for a concert programme seeking a spirited and uplifting number. The setting would suit a festive occasion, bringing a sense of communal enjoyment and good humour to the choir and audience alike.
