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Der Schnitter Tod
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Der Schnitter Tod by Siegmund von Hausegger — Lyrics
Es ist ein Schnitter heist der Tod,
hat Gewalt vom höchsten Gott,
heut' wetzt er das Messer,
es schneid't schon viel besser
bald wird er drein schneiden,
wir müssen's nur leiden.
hüte dich schöns Blümelein!
Was heut noch grün und frisch da steht,
wird morgen hinweggemäht:
die edlen Narcissen,
die Zierden der Wiesen,
die schön' Hiazinthen,
die türkischen Binden.
hüte dich schön's Blümelein!
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About Der Schnitter Tod
Siegmund von Hausegger's Der Schnitter Tod is a German secular part-song for SATB choir. The text vividly personifies Death as a reaper, wielding divine authority to cut down all life, from noble flowers to humans. It speaks of the transience of earthly existence, urging a bold defiance of mortality by embracing one's fate. The music likely reflects the dramatic and somber nature of this powerful memento mori, making it a compelling choice for choirs seeking to explore themes of life, death, and acceptance through song.
