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Aus tiefer Not schrei' ich zu Dir
Staff Notation • Sacred, Hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
ATTB · André Vierendeels
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Aus tiefer Not schrei' ich zu Dir by Sixt Dietrich — Lyrics
Aus tiefer Not schrei' ich zu dir,
Herr Gott, erhoer' mein Rufen,
Dein gnädig' Ohren kehr zu mir,
Und meiner Bitt' sie öffen!
Denn so du willst das sehen an,
Was Sünd' und Unrecht ist getan,
Wer kann, Herr, vor dir bleiben?
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About Aus tiefer Not schrei' ich zu Dir
The German text of this hymn, translating as 'From depths of need I cry to you', expresses profound penitence and a plea for divine mercy. It acknowledges human sinfulness and the impossibility of earning salvation through one's own deeds, emphasizing instead reliance on God's grace. Sixt Dietrich's setting for ATTB voices masterfully conveys the earnestness and solemnity of the words. This sacred work offers a powerful musical reflection on themes of confession and divine forgiveness, providing a deeply moving experience for both choir and listeners. Its structure and harmonic language are characteristic of the high-Renaissance sacred repertoire.
