What are the lyrics of Hymne an die Nacht by Ludwig van Beethoven?

“Hymne an die Nacht” begins: Heil'ge Nacht, o gieße du Himmelsfrieden in dies Herz!… Read the full lyrics on ChoirPDFs.

Who composed Hymne an die Nacht?

Hymne an die Nacht was composed by Ludwig van Beethoven.

What language is Hymne an die Nacht sung in?

Hymne an die Nacht is sung in German.

Hymne an die Nacht by Ludwig van Beethoven — Lyrics & Sheet Music (PDF)

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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.

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Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven

Format: Staff

Language: German

Pages: 1 page

This edition was prepared by Nikolaus Hold — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.

Hymne an die Nacht by Ludwig van Beethoven — Lyrics

Heil'ge Nacht, o gieße du Himmelsfrieden in dies Herz! Bring' dem armen Pilger Ruh', holde Labung seinem Schmerz! Hell schon erglüh'n die Sterne, grüßen aus blauer Ferne: Möchte zu euch so gerne flieh'n himmelwärts.

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About Hymne an die Nacht

This setting of an ode to night by Ludwig van Beethoven is a profound exploration of longing and peace. The German text speaks of the desire for heavenly calm to descend upon a troubled heart, for rest from pain, and for an escape to the stars. The composer captures this yearning with rich harmonies, creating an atmosphere of introspection and ethereal beauty. Scored for TTBB male voices, Hymne an die Nacht offers a challenging yet rewarding experience for choirs seeking to convey deep emotion through song. Its secular nature and Romantic sensibility make it well-suited for concert programmes exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.