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In der Ferne, Op. 67, No. 3
Staff Notation • Secular, Folk songs
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In der Ferne, Op. 67, No. 3 by Friedrich Silcher — Lyrics
1. Nun leb wohl, du kleine Gasse,
nun ade du stilles Dach!
Vater, Mutter sahn mir traurig,
und die Liebste sah mir nach.
2. Hier in weiter, weiter Ferne,
wie's mich nach der Heimat zieht!
Lustig singen die Gesellen,
doch es ist ein falsches Lied.
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About In der Ferne, Op. 67, No. 3
The text paints a poignant scene of departure, as a young man bids farewell to his home, his parents, and his beloved. He finds himself far away, longing for the familiarity of his homeland. Although he encounters new towns and new faces, his heart remains with the one he left behind. The lyrics express a deep sense of homesickness and a yearning to return, highlighting the emotional cost of being away from loved ones. This German folk song, arranged for SATB and TTBB choirs, captures the universal feeling of longing for home, a theme that resonates deeply across cultures and time. Friedrich Silcher's setting, Op. 67, No. 3, effectively conveys this melancholic yet beautifully descriptive narrative.
