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Abendglocken
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB,TTBB · Nikolaus Hold
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Abendglocken by Franz Wilhelm Abt — Lyrics
Text von Johann Jacob Leuthi:
Die Abendglocken klingen,
das Tagwerk ist vollbracht;
es sinkt auf heil'gen Schwingen
herab die stille Nacht,
sie spendet süßen Schlummer,
versüßt uns manchen Kummer,
ein Gott im Himmel wacht,
in stiller Nacht, in stiller Nacht.
Es leuchten Mond und Sterne
am hohen Himmelszelt,
aus lichterfüllter Ferne
bestrahlen sie die Welt;
dort thront der Heil'ge, Hehre,
ihm Lob und Preis und Ehre,
der unser Leben hält,
dem Herrn der Welt, dem Herrn der Welt.
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About Abendglocken
The evening bells are ringing, the day's work is done, and the quiet night descends. This German part-song for mixed chorus paints a tranquil scene of approaching darkness, offering solace and rest under the watchful eye of God. As moonlight and stars illuminate the sky, the text shifts to praise and honour for the Almighty, who sustains all life. Franz Wilhelm Abt captures this serene yet devotional mood, suitable for SATB or TTBB choirs. The music reflects the gentle unfolding of night and the profound peace that accompanies it, making it an evocative choice for concert programmes.
