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Neue Liebeslieder Walzer, Opus 65: SATB Choral Book

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Neue Liebeslieder Walzer, Opus 65: SATB Choral Book

Name: Neue Liebeslieder Walzer, Opus 65: SATB Choral Book
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 00-LG51136
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By Johannes Brahms / ed. Roger Wagner

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Edited by Roger Wagner, Neue Liebeslieder Walzer, Opus 65 presents 15 choral pieces in SATB voicing. Titles: Verzicht, o Herz, auf Rettung (Renounce, O heart, all rescue) * Finstere Schatten der Nacht (Perilous darkness of night) * An jeder Hand die Finger (On either hand with pledges) for soprano solo * Ihr schwarzen Augen, ihr durft nur winken (Thosse dark'ning glances, they need bu beckon) for bass solo * Wahre, wahre deinen sohn (Neighbor, neighbor, guard your son) for alto solo * Rosen steckts ir an die Mutter (Mother decked my breast with roses) for soprano solo * Vom Gebirge Well' auf Well' (From the mountain, wave on wave) * Weiche Gräser im Revier (Sheltered softly midst the grass) * Nagen am Herzen (Heartsore and restless) for soprano solo * Ich kose süss mit der und der (I seetly kiss with her and her) for tenor solo * Alles, alles in den Wind (Will, nilly in the wind) for soprano solo * Schwarzer Wald, dein Schatten (Darkest Wood, your shadows) * Nein, Gelibter, setze dich mir (No, beloved, sit not near) duet for soprano and alto * Flammenauge, dunkles Haar (Fervent glances, raven hair) * Zum Schluss: Nun, ihr Musen, genug! (Conclusion: Now, ye Muses, enough)

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Series: Lawson-Gould

Publisher: Alfred Music

Page Count: 44

ISBN10: 0-7579-0606-0

ISBN13: 978-0-7579-0606-0

UPC: 783556003632

SKU: 00-LG51136

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About the Composer: Johannes Brahms

Johannes Brahms (1833-1897) stands as one of the most consequential composers of the Romantic era, bridging the classical forms of Beethoven with the harmonic innovations of his time. A master of orchestral, chamber, and choral writing, Brahms created music of extraordinary depth and technical sophistication, earning respect from both conservative and progressive musicians during his lifetime.

Brahms composed extensively for the human voice. His choral works range from intimate part-songs to large liturgical settings, and in each he demonstrates his gift for combining rich harmonic language with singable, expressive vocal lines. The Neue Liebeslieder Walzer represents his mature approach to secular choral writing, where melody, text-painting, and formal elegance work together seamlessly.

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Why we love this

These waltzes demand serious musicianship while remaining genuinely enjoyable to sing. The solo moments embedded throughout the cycle give singers individual spotlight and stakes; the harmonic language is sophisticated enough to hold an educated audience's attention without ever becoming academic or cold. Programming all 15 pieces offers a complete narrative arc of romantic poetry and musical invention.

What to expect

The Neue Liebeslieder Walzer capture the intimacy and wit of Viennese salon life. These pieces are romantic in the emotional sense, yet refined and often gently ironic; they shimmer with chromatic color and move with the grace of actual dance music, even as they explore complex feelings of longing, desire, and the bittersweet nature of love.

Who it's for

Advanced college, university, and semi-professional choirs with strong sight-reading skills and comfort with chromatic harmony and varied harmonic language. Solo opportunities throughout make this appealing for ensembles that want to feature individual voices while maintaining collective cohesion.

How to get the most out of it

Balance the soloists carefully. In pieces like 'An jeder Hand die Finger' (soprano solo), the four-part ensemble must provide clear harmonic support without overwhelming the featured voice; reserve full sonority for the tutti moments.
Shape phrases through text inflection rather than obvious dynamic swells. Brahms's language is often understated; trust the poetry and the harmony to carry emotional weight.
Attend to the character of each waltz as distinct. The collection spans moods from tender and wistful to playful and passionate; rehearse with an eye toward variety in tempo, articulation, and ensemble blend from piece to piece.
Lock the harmonic foundation early. Brahms rewards choirs that have internalized chord changes and voice-leading; this frees performers to shape the text and melody with confidence.

How to use it

These waltzes work beautifully as a complete concert suite, offering 15 contrasting moments that can stand alone or be interspersed with lighter repertoire. Alternatively, curate smaller groups (5-7 pieces) as an intimate set within a larger choral program. The solo features make this ideal for showcasing a choir's principal singers.