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Gott in der Natur
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Gott in der Natur by Joseph Renner — Lyrics
Der Herr ist König, groß und hehr!
Wer kann sich ihm vergleichen?
Ein König weit in Land und Meer!
und in des Himmels Reichen
Ernst steht um ihn die Wolkennacht
in enggeschlossner Runde!
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About Gott in der Natur
This setting for TTBB male voices, Gott in der Natur, is a secular German part-song. It opens with a sense of awe, the music building to express the majesty and power of God, revealed in nature. The text, which speaks of God as king, great and glorious, who reigns over land, sea, and heavens, notes the dramatic power of storms as a manifestation of divine might and glory. The music reflects this grandeur, with rich harmonies and a commanding vocal texture suited to the text's exultant praise. Renner's skill in crafting resonant choral sound is evident throughout this impressive work.
