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Gnad uns, Königin der Nacht
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Gnad uns, Königin der Nacht by Jens Klimek — Lyrics
Gnad uns, Königin der Nacht,
die dein Mägdlein umgebracht;
trauernd und mit Angstgestöhn
um ihr Grab wir reuig gehn.
Mitternacht, steh uns bei!
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About Gnad uns, Königin der Nacht
This SATB setting by Jens Klimek is a secular German part-song. The text, beginning 'Gnad uns, Königin der Nacht', expresses sorrow and penitence for the death of a maiden, invoking the Queen of Night and calling for celestial aid at midnight. It speaks of mourning, fear, and a plea for spirits to rise and join the lament. The mood is solemn, with evocative imagery of graves opening and a choir of ghosts, all underlined by a repeating call of 'Feierlich, feierlich!' This piece offers a powerful dramatic contrast and emotional depth suitable for an experienced choir.
