Pilgrim's Chorus (Beglückt darf nun dich, o Heimat) is a powerful choral piece from Richard Wagner's opera Tannhäuser, which premiered in 1845. It appears in Act III, as pilgrims return from Rome, singing in praise of divine mercy and redemption. The chorus is deeply moving, symbolizing spiritual salvation and forgiveness—a central theme in the opera.
The piece is known for its majestic harmonies and solemn grandeur, making it one of Wagner’s most famous choral works. It has been performed by many prestigious ensembles, including at the Bayreuth Festival.
This large work is arranged by Anthony Galla-Rini for symphonic accordion ensemble/orchestra with the instruments labelled as for the symphony orchestra (violin, viola, trumpet etc.) but arranged for accordion plus bass accordion and timpani.
