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Frieden
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SATB,TTBB · Nikolaus Hold
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Frieden by Karl Johann Christian Kloss — Lyrics
Da unten ist Frieden
im dunkeln Haus,
da schlummert der Müde,
da ruht er aus.
Und schlief er im Schimmer
des Abends ein,
es wecket ihn nimmer
der Frühe Schein.
Den hier einst gemieden
ersehnte Ruh,
hier schließt er zum Frieden
sein Auge zu.
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About Frieden
The text paints a picture of profound peace found in death, a final rest from earthly troubles. The words describe a deep, undisturbed sleep in a dark house, a slumber that will not be broken by the morning light. It speaks of a relief from pain and struggle, a heart that has found eternal stillness away from the storms of life. This German text, exploring themes of solace and eternal rest, is set for a mixed-voice choir, offering opportunities for both SATB and TTBB configurations. Kloss's setting of this evocative poetry provides a rich sound world for the choir to explore the profound emotions conveyed by the lyrics.
