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Gesellschaftslied
Staff Notation • Secular, Partsongs
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
TTBB · Nikolaus Hold
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Gesellschaftslied by Friedrich Heinrich Himmel — Lyrics
Es kann ja nicht immer so bleiben
hier unter dem wechselnden Mond;
es blüht eine Zeit und verwelket,
was mit uns die Erde bewohnt.
Wir sitzen so traulich beisammen
und haben einander so lieb,
erheitern einander das Leben, —
ach, wenn es doch immer so blieb'!
Doch weil es nicht immer so bleibet,
so haltet die Freude recht fest;
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About Gesellschaftslied
Friedrich Heinrich Himmel's Gesellschaftslied is a secular TTBB setting of a German text that speaks of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of treasuring present joys. The lyrics express a deep affection for friends gathered together, acknowledging that fate can scatter them. Yet, it offers solace, assuring that hearts remain close even when physically apart, and that shared happiness will endure. This partsong is ideal for male choirs seeking a piece that is both reflective and uplifting, suitable for occasions that celebrate camaraderie and the enduring bonds of friendship. Its sentiments resonate with the simple pleasures of shared moments and the hope of future reunions.
