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In der Ferne, Op. 21, No. 6
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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In der Ferne, Op. 21, No. 6 by Hermann Goetz — Lyrics
In der Ferne
Will ruhen unter den Bäumen hier,
die Vöglein hör' ich so gerne,
wie singet ihr so zum Herzen mir
von uns’rer Liebe was wisset ihr
in dieser weiten Ferne?
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About In der Ferne, Op. 21, No. 6
This charming SATB setting of Hermann Goetz's In der Ferne, Op. 21, No. 6, evokes a peaceful, pastoral scene. It is ideal for a spring or summer concert programme. The German text speaks of a lover finding solace in nature, resting by trees and a stream, listening to birdsong and admiring flowers. The composer imagines these elements as messengers of love from a distant beloved, questioning whether the birds and blossoms carry news of his affections. Goetz’s music beautifully captures the gentle yearning and the serene, natural surroundings described in the poem, making it a delightful choice for secular choral performance.
