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Drinking song
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Drinking song by Hermann Goetz — Lyrics
Hark, hast thou yet another cask?
This green and shady level,
Her let us have it, here is all we ask,
We'll hold a famous revel,
The best of drink, as all divine,
Is that which men describe as wine,
Both here, and there,
In ev'ry land and language.
Come, all who toil by land or sea,
In field, or wood, or mountain,
Come, weary travellers, come, halt by me,
Here flows a sparkling fountain.
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About Drinking song
Hermann Goetz’s Drinking Song is a lively TTBB part-song for men's voices, set in English. This secular work revels in the simple pleasures of good company and fine wine, inviting all to partake in a joyful celebration. Its text speaks of camaraderie and shared enjoyment, suggesting an ideal occasion for a convivial gathering or a festive moment during a concert programme. The music likely captures the boisterous and good-humoured spirit of its lyrical theme, making it a spirited addition for an all-male choir looking for engaging and accessible repertoire.
