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Alt paa den vilde Hede
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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Alt paa den vilde Hede by Carl Nielsen — Lyrics
Alt paa den vilde Hede
der gik Marias Søn,
da mødte ham den lede,
som Morgenstjærnen skøn.
Er du Guds Søn, den rene,
og dog i Hungersnød,
da sig til disse Stene:
Bliv I til Hvedebrød!
Ham svared brat den milde:
Tal ej om Hungersnød!
Guds Mund er Livets Kilde,
Guds Ord er Livets Brød.
Er du Guds Søn, den bolde,
da styrt dig trøstig ud!
For dig jo bærer Skjolde
en Engleskare prud.
Vor Herre al Ting vidste,
han svared: hvor det gaar,
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About Alt paa den vilde Hede
Carl Nielsen composed this setting of a Danish hymn text. Sung by SATB choir, it is set in the composer's native language, Danish. The text recounts a key moment from the New Testament, depicting the temptation of Christ in the wilderness. As the composer was a prominent figure in Danish music, this sacred work can be understood within the broader context of Scandinavian hymnody. The music aims to reflect the dramatic narrative of the lyrics, contrasting moments of temptation with divine strength and conviction. The work is suitable for a choir looking for a substantial hymn setting with a clear theological message and national musical heritage.
