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In stiller Nacht, 26 Deutsche Volkslieder, No. 8
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs, Lieder
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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In stiller Nacht, 26 Deutsche Volkslieder, No. 8 by Johannes Brahms — Lyrics
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In stiller Nacht, zur ersten Wacht,
ein’ Stimm’ begunnt zu klagen,
der nächtge Wind hat süß und lind
zu mir den Klang getragen;
von herbem Leid und Traurigkeit
ist mir das Herz zerflossen,
die Blümelein, mit Tränen rein
hab’ ich sie all’ begossen.
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About In stiller Nacht, 26 Deutsche Volkslieder, No. 8
This arrangement of In stiller Nacht is drawn from Brahms's collection of 26 German folk songs. The SATB choir brings to life a text expressing profound nocturnal sorrow. The singer laments a deep sadness, watering the "little flowers" with tears as the moon wanes and the stars refuse to shine. The natural world mirrors the singer's grief, with even "wild animals" seeming to mourn. This Lieder setting captures the intimate, melancholic atmosphere of a solitary night, making it a poignant choice for a choir seeking to convey deep emotional expression and a connection to German folk tradition. Its rich harmonies and vocal textures are characteristic of Brahms's mature compositional style.
