Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750) was a German
composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and
violinist of the Baroque period. He enriched many
established German styles through his skill in
counterpoint, harmonic and motivic organisation, and
the adaptation of rhythms, forms, and textures from
abroad, particularly from Italy and France. Bach's
compositions include the Brandenburg Concertos, the
Mass in B minor, the The Well-Tempered Clavier, his
cantatas, chorales, partitas, Passions, and...(+)
Johann Sebastian Bach (1685 – 1750) was a German
composer, organist, harpsichordist, violist, and
violinist of the Baroque period. He enriched many
established German styles through his skill in
counterpoint, harmonic and motivic organisation, and
the adaptation of rhythms, forms, and textures from
abroad, particularly from Italy and France. Bach's
compositions include the Brandenburg Concertos, the
Mass in B minor, the The Well-Tempered Clavier, his
cantatas, chorales, partitas, Passions, and organ
works. His music is revered for its intellectual depth,
technical command, and artistic beauty.
The Cantata "Lobt ihn mit Herz und Munden" (Praise Him
with Heart and Voice) was written for the Feast of
Nativity of St John the Baptist. It derives from a
chorale by Ludwig Humbold and from Isaiah 61, verse 10
and although this Alto Aria: "Sich in Gott und Jesu
freuen" (Rejoice in God and Jesus) from the was
originally written for Alto, Tenor, Bass; 4-part Chorus
(SATB), Flute, Oboes, Violins, Viola & continuo, I
created this arrangement for Wind Ensemble (Flutes (2),
Oboe, Bb Clarinet, English Horn, French Horn &
Bassoon).
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