“Ich kenne nichts” — Orchestra, Choir & Piano Sheet Music
The beloved German soul ballad, arranged for full orchestra, SATB choir, and piano by Paul Lorenz — concert-ready, professionally engraved
Edition facts
Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du by Xavier Naidoo and Martin Haas, arranged by Paul Lorenz for SATB choir and orchestra: full score (22 pages) and separate parts (38 pages), delivered as a PDF (A3) for instant download, €49.90.
- Instrumentation
- Flute, Oboe, Clarinet · Horn, Trumpet, Trombone · Drum kit · Piano · Violin I, Violin II, Viola, Cello
- Choir
- SATB
- Pages
- 60 pages — full score (22) + separate parts (38)
- Tempo
- ♩ = 88
- Format
- PDF, A3, instant download
Read from the PDF you download.
For two decades, orchestras, choirs, and wedding musicians across German-speaking Europe have reached for the same song when the moment demands something absolute — and now, for the first time, it exists in a score worthy of those moments. “Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du” is not performed at galas and wedding ceremonies because it is easy to arrange: it is performed because nothing else quite says it, and this Paul Lorenz edition is the professional score that rises to what the song actually demands.
Engraved to MOLA standards with 8.5mm staff sizes and 600 DPI resolution, every part in this complete package — from the conductor’s A3 score to the last orchestral desk copy — has been tested in live performance conditions. Page turns fall precisely in rests. Measure numbers appear at every system. The SATB choir parts and piano reduction emerge from the same integrated arrangement, not assembled from mismatched sources. Whether your ensemble is a professional gala orchestra or an experienced community choir with orchestral accompaniment, this score is ready for the stand on the day it arrives.
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Orchestra Choir & Piano
€49.90SATB choir and orchestra · 60 pages: score + parts · PDF (A3)
Every part also for other instruments – included ↓
The definitive concert package for this iconic German soul ballad. Every part professionally extracted, proofread, and optimized — ready for the podium, the altar, and the stage.
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“Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du” is also published in this scoring — with its own score preview and full details on the edition page.
View this edition →Parts for your instrumentation
Every instrumental part of this edition is also available for other instruments – included in the price. Transposed, in the right clef, checked for range and breathing.
| Original part | Also available for |
|---|---|
| Flute | Oboe, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Violin, English horn in F, Viola |
| Oboe | Flute, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Violin, English horn in F, Viola |
| Clarinet in B♭ | Flute, Oboe, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Violin, English horn in F, Viola |
| Horn in F | Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Trumpet in B♭, Violin, Alto saxophone in E♭, English horn in F, Flugelhorn in B♭, Viola, Tenor saxophone in B♭, Trombone, Euphonium, Bassoon, Bass clarinet in B♭, Cello |
| Trumpet in B♭ | Violin, Viola |
| Trombone | Alto saxophone in E♭, Horn in F, English horn in F, Viola, Tenor saxophone in B♭, Euphonium, Bassoon, Bass clarinet in B♭, Cello, Double bass |
| Violin I | Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Viola |
| Violin II | Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Trumpet in B♭, English horn in F, Viola |
| Viola | Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in B♭, Soprano saxophone in B♭, Violin, Alto saxophone in E♭, Horn in F, English horn in F, Tenor saxophone in B♭, Bassoon, Bass clarinet in B♭, Cello |
| Cello | Alto saxophone in E♭, English horn in F, Viola, Tenor saxophone in B♭, Trombone, Euphonium, Bassoon, Bass clarinet in B♭, Double bass |
Buy. After your purchase you receive your personal link to the Part Configurator by e-mail.
Choose part and instrument. For example the Horn in F part as Alto saxophone in E♭.
Download the PDF. The first time a part is requested it takes about a minute to set; after that it is ready at once – with your name as the license notice.
How the Part Configurator works →Need a different instrumentation? After your purchase you can send Paul Lorenz a request.
Quality in detail
- Concert-Grade Engraving: 8.5mm MOLA-standard staff sizes, sequential measure numbers, and performance-optimized page turns — ready for the podium without a single correction.
- Complete Ensemble Package: Every part in one download — conductor’s score, all orchestral parts, SATB choir score, and piano reduction. No separate orders, no missing material at rehearsal.
- Instant PDF Download: 600 DPI print-optimized files available immediately after purchase. Tablet-compatible for forScore, PiaScore, and Unrealbook.
- Licensed for Your Ensemble: Your purchase licenses this edition for performances by your ensemble — print your copies with confidence. Public performances are reported to GEMA/AKM/SUISA (or your local PRO) by the organiser as usual.
- Two Decades of Proven Repertoire: “Ich kenne nichts” has been performed at weddings, galas, and concerts across German-speaking Europe since 2003 — this arrangement reflects that real-world performance history.
- Bespoke Customization: Every instrumental part is also available for other instruments — the horn part for alto saxophone, for example — through the Part Configurator included with your purchase. Different key? Contact Paul Lorenz Music for an individual arrangement.
Ich kenne nichts sheet music at a glance
| Song | Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du — Xavier Naidoo (Xavier Naidoo & Martin Haas), 2003 |
| Arrangement | Full orchestra with SATB choir and piano |
| Arranger | Paul Lorenz — arrangements recorded with the London Symphony Orchestra at Abbey Road |
| Scoring | Full conductor’s score (A3), all individual orchestral parts, SATB choral score, and piano reduction |
| Difficulty | Grade 3 — Intermediate; experienced amateur, community, and semi-professional ensembles |
| Format | High-resolution PDF — instant download, print- and tablet-ready |
| Licensing | Licensed arrangement — performances by the purchasing ensemble licensed; public performances reported to GEMA/AKM/SUISA (or ASCAP/BMI/PRS) by the organiser as usual |
| Price | €49.90 |
Is this edition right for you?
Program this when the moment calls for something the audience already carries in its heart — a gala centrepiece, a wedding processional, a concert’s emotional peak. This edition is written for:
- Concert and gala orchestras with SATB choir
- Community and semi-professional choirs performing with orchestral accompaniment
- Wedding and ceremony ensembles who need a concert-grade score
- Experienced school and amateur orchestras (Grade 3)
Need a transposition or a different voicing? Paul Lorenz adapts it on request — just ask before you buy.
What you receive
- The full conductor’s score in A3 format
- All orchestral parts, the SATB choral score, and the piano reduction, individually extracted
- High-resolution PDFs, delivered instantly and yours to keep — no rental
Programming Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du
This is a piece to place where you want the room to fall silent. It works as a gala centrepiece, a ceremonial processional, or the emotional summit of a mixed programme — the melody is one the audience knows by heart, so the arrangement carries the weight rather than the surprise. Pace it with patience, let the choir and strings breathe into the final phrase, and it rewards restraint over volume. It pairs naturally with other beloved ballads and cinematic favourites. Explore the related arrangements below to build the rest of the programme.
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Ich kenne nichts, das so schön ist wie du sheet music — frequently asked questions
What exactly is included in the download?
You receive a complete, performance-ready package: the full conductor’s score in A3 format, all individual orchestral parts (Violin I & II, Viola, Cello, Double Bass, Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Percussion), the SATB choral score, and the piano reduction. Everything is delivered as high-resolution PDF files optimized for both screen reading and professional printing.
What is the difficulty level of this arrangement?
Grade 3 — Intermediate. The orchestral parts are accessible to experienced school orchestras and advanced amateur ensembles; the SATB choir writing suits experienced community and professional choirs with solid sight-reading. The arrangement is appropriate for semi-professional concert and ceremony performance.
Do I need a performance license?
Your purchase includes the license for performances by the purchasing ensemble (your orchestra and choir) at concerts, galas, and wedding ceremonies — including the right to print parts for your ensemble. As usual, the public performance itself is reported to the responsible performing-rights society — GEMA in Germany, AKM in Austria, SUISA in Switzerland (ASCAP/BMI/PRS elsewhere) — by the organiser or ensemble. For commercial recordings or broadcast use, please contact us directly. Contact us too if you need specific documentation for your institution.
Can the arrangement be customized for my ensemble?
Absolutely. Paul Lorenz Music offers bespoke customization services — a capability unique in the professional sheet music industry. Whether you need alternative instrumentation, a key transposition, or adjustments to vocal ranges, we can tailor this arrangement to your exact requirements. Contact us directly to discuss your needs.
What is your refund policy?
Due to the digital nature of our products, we cannot offer refunds once the download has been accessed. We encourage you to review the score preview carefully and contact us with any questions before purchasing. Our team is happy to answer technical or musical questions in advance.
Can I play the Horn in F part on Alto saxophone in E♭?
Yes. The Part Configurator is included in the price: the Horn in F part is also available for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet in B♭ and Soprano saxophone in B♭ and 12 more instruments – transposed, in the right clef, checked for range and breathing. You receive the link by e-mail after your purchase.
Which parts are available for other instruments?
10 instrumental parts for 18 instruments in all. The overview “Parts for your instrumentation” on this page lists every original part with its instruments. For a different instrumentation you can send Paul Lorenz a request after your purchase.
Am I allowed to use the re-scored parts?
Yes. Parts from the Part Configurator belong to the edition you bought and are covered by the same license – for your ensemble, with the same rights of use. Every part carries the notice “Licensed to …” in its footer. For public performances the organiser registers the performance with the collecting society as usual (e.g. PRS, ASCAP/BMI, GEMA).