By Various. Edited by Graulich, Gunter / Hempfling, Volker. Secular choral music; Choral Collections for Mixed Choir. Choral collection. 224 pages

SB vocal soli, SATB choir, oboe, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3103212

Cantata for the 1st Sunday after Epiphany. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Hans Grischkat. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. German title: Liebster Jesu. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Epiphany. Single Part, Violin 2. Composed 1726. BWV 32. 4 pages. Duration 24 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.032/12. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3103212).

ISBN 9790007042516. Key: E minor / g major. Language: German/English. Text: Lehms, Georg Christian. Text: Georg Christian Lehms.

The text of the cantata Dearest Jesus, sore I need Thee for the 1st Epiphany Sunday 1726 was written by the Darmstadt poet Georg Christian Lehms. It is conceived as a dialog between Jesus and the Faithful Soul. Bach titled his cantata Concerto in Dialogo and accordingly, it is structured as a dialog between soprano and bass, set in the voice types that were - not only for Bach - typically used for the soul (soprano) and Jesus (bass). The cantata is based on the narrative of the twelve-year-old boy Jesus in the temple; however, in spite of closely following the gospel text, it is interpreted more widely here: it is through Jesus that the believer finds God's dwelling. Bach creates a great arch from the opening aria full of yearning and searching through to the joyful duet Nun verschwinden alle Plagen. He himself added the four-part closing chorale to the text model, thus communicating the sense of joyous certainty to the congregation of believers. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3103200.

SB vocal soli, SATB choir, oboe, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3103213

Cantata for the 1st Sunday after Epiphany. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Hans Grischkat. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. German title: Liebster Jesu. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Epiphany. Single Part, Viola. Composed 1726. BWV 32. 4 pages. Duration 24 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.032/13. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3103213).

ISBN 9790007042523. Key: E minor / g major. Language: German/English. Text: Lehms, Georg Christian. Text: Georg Christian Lehms.

The text of the cantata Dearest Jesus, sore I need Thee for the 1st Epiphany Sunday 1726 was written by the Darmstadt poet Georg Christian Lehms. It is conceived as a dialog between Jesus and the Faithful Soul. Bach titled his cantata Concerto in Dialogo and accordingly, it is structured as a dialog between soprano and bass, set in the voice types that were - not only for Bach - typically used for the soul (soprano) and Jesus (bass). The cantata is based on the narrative of the twelve-year-old boy Jesus in the temple; however, in spite of closely following the gospel text, it is interpreted more widely here: it is through Jesus that the believer finds God's dwelling. Bach creates a great arch from the opening aria full of yearning and searching through to the joyful duet Nun verschwinden alle Plagen. He himself added the four-part closing chorale to the text model, thus communicating the sense of joyous certainty to the congregation of believers. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3103200.

SB vocal soli, SATB choir, oboe, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3103205

Cantata for the 1st Sunday after Epiphany. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Hans Grischkat. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. German title: Liebster Jesu, mein Verlangen. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Epiphany. Choral Score. Composed 1726. BWV 32. 2 pages. Duration 24 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.032/05. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3103205).

ISBN 9790007042493. Key: E minor / g major. Language: German/English. Text: Lehms, Georg Christian. Text: Georg Christian Lehms.

The text of the cantata Dearest Jesus, sore I need Thee for the 1st Epiphany Sunday 1726 was written by the Darmstadt poet Georg Christian Lehms. It is conceived as a dialog between Jesus and the Faithful Soul. Bach titled his cantata Concerto in Dialogo and accordingly, it is structured as a dialog between soprano and bass, set in the voice types that were - not only for Bach - typically used for the soul (soprano) and Jesus (bass). The cantata is based on the narrative of the twelve-year-old boy Jesus in the temple; however, in spite of closely following the gospel text, it is interpreted more widely here: it is through Jesus that the believer finds God's dwelling. Bach creates a great arch from the opening aria full of yearning and searching through to the joyful duet Nun verschwinden alle Plagen. He himself added the four-part closing chorale to the text model, thus communicating the sense of joyous certainty to the congregation of believers. Score available separately - see item CA.3103200.

Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750), edited by Emil Platen. BWV 236. For SATB solos, SATB choir and piano accompaniment. Urtext of the New Bach Edition. Format: vocal score. With choral notation and piano reduction. Baroque. G Major. Text language Latin. 47 pages. 7.5x10.5 inches. Duration 30m. Published by Baerenreiter-Ausgaben.

SATB with T Solo (Orch.) (Latin Language Edition). Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Choral (Sacred); Choral Worship Cantata; Larger Works; Masterworks; Performance Music Ensemble; Worship Resources. Kalmus Edition. Baroque; Masterwork; Sacred. Score. 56 pages. Kalmus Classic Edition #00-K06010. Published by Kalmus Classic Edition

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, recorder, violin solo, violin, 2 viola, cello, basso continuo - Level 3

SKU: CA.3118213

Cantata for Palm Sunday or for the feast of the Annunciation. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Himmelskonig, Sei Willkommen A-Dur. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Lent and Passiontide, Holy Week, Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Hymns in praise of the Virgin Mary. Single Part, Viola 2. Composed 1714. BWV 182. 8 pages. Duration 30 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.182/13. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3118213).

ISBN 9790007050306. Key: A major. Language: German/English. Text: Franck, Salomo. Text: Salomo Franck.

Version in A major (version in G major: Carus 31.182/50) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3118200.

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, recorder, violin solo, violin, 2 viola, cello, basso continuo - Level 3

SKU: CA.3118219

Cantata for Palm Sunday or for the feast of the Annunciation. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Himmelskonig, Sei Willkommen A-Dur. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Lent and Passiontide, Holy Week, Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Hymns in praise of the Virgin Mary. Set of Orchestra Parts. Composed 1714. BWV 182. Duration 30 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.182/19. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3118219).

ISBN 9790007136949. Key: A major. Language: German/English. Text: Franck, Salomo. Text: Salomo Franck.

Version in A major (version in G major: Carus 31.182/50) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.3118200.

Orchestra Soli ATB, SATB Choir, Recorder, Violin solo, Violin, 2 Viola, Cello, Basso Continuo - Level 3

SKU: CA.3118207

Cantata for Palm Sunday or for the feast of the Annunciation. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. This edition: paperbound. BWV 182. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Lent and Passiontide, Holy Week, Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Hymns in praise of the Virgin Mary. Study score. Composed 1714. BWV 182. Duration 30 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.182/07. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3118207).

ISBN 9790007050276. Key: A major. Language: German/English. Text: Franck, Salomo.

Version in A major (version in G major: Carus 31.182/50) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score available separately - see item CA.3118200.

SATB/SATB choir, [basso continuo]

SKU: CA.3000900

Motette. Composed by Johann Ludwig Bach. German title: Gedenke meiner, mein Gott. Sacred, Motets. Full score. Carus Verlag #CV 30.009/00. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3000900).

ISBN 9790007019884. Key: G major. Language: German.

The motets of Johann Ludwig Bach occupy an outstanding position within this genre. Though rooted firmly in the shorter motets from the Thuringian tradition, nonetheless they reach dimensions which are seldom observed in that tradition. This is also true with respect to polychoral music, which here is raised from the exception to the rule - on the other hand, it is valid, when one bears in mind the necessity of representing the prestige of a royal court. Varying ensembles and dialogue-like passages contribute to these richly expressive compositions. Without a doubt these motets by the Meininger Bach, highly regarded by J. S. Bach, are a treasured enrichment of the repertoire of all choirs.

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, bass flute f1,violin, 2 viola, cello, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3118257

First Leipzig version. Cantata for Palm Sunday and the feast of the Annunciation Cantata for Palm Sunday and the feast of the Annunciation. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Klaus Hofmann. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. Himmelskonig, Sei Willkommen G-Dur. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Lent and Passiontide. Study score. BWV 182. 60 pages. Duration 30 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.182/57. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3118257).

ISBN 9790007142872. Key: G major. Text language: German/English.

Ver sion in G major (A major = Carus 31.182/00) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score available separately - see item CA.3118200.

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, bass flute f1,violin, 2 viola, cello, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3118255

First Leipzig version. Cantata for Palm Sunday and the feast of the Annunciation Cantata for Palm Sunday and the feast of the Annunciation. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Klaus Hofmann. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal. Himmelskonig, Sei Willkommen G-Dur. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Lent and Passiontide. Choral Score. BWV 182. 12 pages. Duration 30 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.182/55. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3118255).

ISBN 9790007209865. Key: G major. Text language: German/English.

Ver sion in G major (A major = Carus 31.182/00) The cantata Himmelskonig, sei willkommen BWV 182 holds a special place in Johann Sebastian Bach's biography. He had been employed as organist and chamber musician at the court of Weimar since 1708; on 2 March 1714, he was appointed concert master of the court, and his inauguration music for this occasion was Himmelskonig, sei willkommen. The cantata was first performed on Palm Sunday of that year, 25 March 1714. Bach performed this cantata several times - always revising and amending it - both in Weimar and in Leipzig. Of the altogether four versions, the first Leipzig version has been selected for the present new edition. Unlike the Weimar versions, it can be realized effectively using modern performance means. In his debut composition of 1714, the newly appointed concert master demonstrated his abilities: the eight movements contain a multitude of beautiful and rewarding challenges for choir and vocal soloists alike, and in addition there is the unusual attraction of a virtuoso solo part for the recorder. Score available separately - see item CA.3118200.

Aus: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben. By Johann Sebastian Bach. For SATB Choir (2 Violin, Viola, Cello/Contrabass), Organ, [Oboe]. BWV 147 no. 6 und 10. Wedding, Confirmation, Mourning, Death. Score. Language: German. 12 pages. Duration 4 min. Published by Carus Verlag (German import).

Orchestra STB vocal soli, SATB choir, [bassoon], 2 violins, 2 violas, basso continuo - Level 3

SKU: CA.3106107

Cantata for the 1st Sunday in Advent. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Ulrich Leisinger. Arranged by Paul Horn. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal; Hymns by Martin Luther: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland. German title: Nun Komm, Der Heiden Heiland I Rev. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Advent. Study score. Composed 1714. BWV 61. 24 pages. Duration 23 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.061/07. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3106107).

ISBN 9790007043490. Key: A minor / g major. Language: German/English. Text: Neumeister, Erdmann. Text: Erdmann Neumeister.

The opening chorus uses the first verse of the old plainsong hymn Veni redemptor gentium, which in the paraphrase by Martin Luther has become the most important Advent hymn of the Protestant Church. Bach introduces the traditional plainsong melody in the form of a French overture, here symbolizing the entry of the King of Heaven, thus creating an unusual and splendid opening piece for the beginning of the church year. Score available separately - see item CA.3106100.

STB vocal soli, SATB choir, [bassoon], 2 violins, 2 violas, basso continuo - Level 3

SKU: CA.3106105

Cantata for the 1st Sunday in Advent. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Ulrich Leisinger. Arranged by Paul Horn. This edition: urtext. Stuttgart Urtext Edition: Bach vocal; Hymns by Martin Luther: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland. German title: Nun Komm, Der Heiden Heiland I Rev. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Advent. Choral Score. Composed 1714. BWV 61. 4 pages. Duration 23 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.061/05. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3106105).

ISBN 9790007043483. Key: A minor / g major. Language: German/English. Text: Neumeister, Erdmann. Text: Erdmann Neumeister.

The opening chorus uses the first verse of the old plainsong hymn Veni redemptor gentium, which in the paraphrase by Martin Luther has become the most important Advent hymn of the Protestant Church. Bach introduces the traditional plainsong melody in the form of a French overture, here symbolizing the entry of the King of Heaven, thus creating an unusual and splendid opening piece for the beginning of the church year. Score available separately - see item CA.3106100.

(Kyrie-Gloria-Messe (Lutherische Messe)). By Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Edited by Ulrich Leisinger. Arranged by Paul Horn. For Soli SATB, SATB Choir, 2 Oboes, 2 Violins, Viola, Basso continuo. This edition: Paperbound. G-Dur (G major). Stuttgart U. Study Score / Miniature. Masses, Latin, Mass settings, incomplete (also Kyrie and Gloria).

SATB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.315660

Composed by Bartholomaus Gesius, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Sethus Calvisius. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Christmas Carols, Advent, Christmas. Full score. BWV 414 (daraus). Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.156/60. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.315660).

ISBN 9790007153779. Key: A major. Language: German.

Original in G major.

SATB choir - Level 2

SKU: CA.302430

Composed by Bartholomaus Gesius, Johann Sebastian Bach, and Sethus Calvisius. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Christmas Carols, Christmas, Prayer, Praise and thanks. Full score. BWV 414 (daraus). Duration 2 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.024/30. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.302430).

ISBN 9790007147006. Key: A major. Text language: German.

Original in G major.

SATB choir - Level 3

SKU: CA.302330

In dulci jubilo. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach and Martin Luther. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Christmas Carols, Christmas, Praise and thanks, Feasts of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Hymns in praise of the Virgin Mary. Full score. BWV 368. Duration 3 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.023/30. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.302330).

ISBN 9790007146962. Key: G major. Text language: German/Latin.

Origi nal in F major.

Orchestra STB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'caccia, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo - Grade 3

SKU: CA.3117912

Cantata for the 11th Sunday after Trinity. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Siehe zu, dass deine Gottesfurcht. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Trinity. Single Part, Violin 2. Composed 1723. BWV 179. 4 pages. Duration 19 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.179/12. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3117912).

ISBN 9790007050016. Key: G major / a minor. Language: German/English.

Sco re available separately - see item CA.3117900.

Orchestra STB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'caccia, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo - Grade 3

SKU: CA.3117911

Cantata for the 11th Sunday after Trinity. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Siehe zu, dass deine Gottesfurcht. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Trinity. Single Part, Violin 1. Composed 1723. BWV 179. 4 pages. Duration 19 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.179/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3117911).

ISBN 9790007050009. Key: G major / a minor. Language: German/English.

Sco re available separately - see item CA.3117900.

By Various. Edited by Zeh, Dieter. This edition: paperbound. Romantic Choral Music; Secular Choral Music; Choral Collection for Women's Choir. Collection. 64 pages

Orchestra STB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'caccia, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo - Grade 3

SKU: CA.3117913

Cantata for the 11th Sunday after Trinity. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Siehe zu, dass deine Gottesfurcht. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Trinity. Single Part, Viola. Composed 1723. BWV 179. 4 pages. Duration 19 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.179/13. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3117913).

ISBN 9790007050023. Key: G major / a minor. Language: German/English.

Sco re available separately - see item CA.3117900.

Orchestra STB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'caccia, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo - Grade 3

SKU: CA.3117914

Cantata for the 11th Sunday after Trinity. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Reinhold Kubik. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Siehe zu, dass deine Gottesfurcht. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Trinity. Single Part, Cello/Double Bass. Composed 1723. BWV 179. 12 pages. Duration 19 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.179/14. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3117914).

ISBN 9790007050030. Key: G major / a minor. Language: German/English.

Sco re available separately - see item CA.3117900.

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 flutes, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'amore, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3111711

Sei Lob und Ehr dem hochsten Gut. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Hans Grischkat. Violin 1. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Praise and thanks. Single Part, Violin 1. Composed 1728/1731. BWV 117. 8 pages. Duration 26 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.117/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3111711).

ISBN 9790007048679. Key: G major. Language: German/English. Text: Schutz, Johann Jakob. Text: Johann Jakob Schutz.

The cantata Sei Lob und Ehr dem hochsten Gut (All glory to the Lord of Lords) BWV 117 is one of a small group of Bach's chorale cantatas which use exclusively the text of the chorale, including in the three recitatives and three arias. Only the autograph score of the cantata survives; although this enables an approximate dating to be made (c. 1730), it does not give the occasion for which the cantata was written. The choice of chorale may indicate it was composed for a wedding. Recently it has been suggested that the occasion for its composition was the birthday of the Duke of Weissenfels in 1731; but there is no firm evidence to support either theory. The cantata opens with an extended movement for chorus in which Bach contrasts the concertante orchestra with festive, almost homophonic choral writing. This chorus movement is repeated at the end. A simple chorale movement which comes fourth indicates that the nine-movement cantata was performed in two sections. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3111700.

ATB vocal soli, SATB choir, 2 flutes, 2 oboes/2 oboe d'amore, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo

SKU: CA.3111712

Sei Lob und Ehr dem hochsten Gut. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Hans Grischkat. Violin 2. Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Praise and thanks. Single Part, Violin 2. Composed 1728/1731. BWV 117. 4 pages. Duration 26 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.117/12. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3111712).

ISBN 9790007048686. Key: G major. Language: German/English. Text: Schutz, Johann Jakob. Text: Johann Jakob Schutz.

The cantata Sei Lob und Ehr dem hochsten Gut (All glory to the Lord of Lords) BWV 117 is one of a small group of Bach's chorale cantatas which use exclusively the text of the chorale, including in the three recitatives and three arias. Only the autograph score of the cantata survives; although this enables an approximate dating to be made (c. 1730), it does not give the occasion for which the cantata was written. The choice of chorale may indicate it was composed for a wedding. Recently it has been suggested that the occasion for its composition was the birthday of the Duke of Weissenfels in 1731; but there is no firm evidence to support either theory. The cantata opens with an extended movement for chorus in which Bach contrasts the concertante orchestra with festive, almost homophonic choral writing. This chorus movement is repeated at the end. A simple chorale movement which comes fourth indicates that the nine-movement cantata was performed in two sections. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3111700.

SATB choir - Level 3

SKU: CA.315430

In dulci jubilo. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach and Martin Luther. Separate edition with choral collection. Sacred vocal music, Folk songs and settings of folk songs, Advent, Christmas. Full score. BWV 368. Duration 3 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 03.154/30. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.315430).

ISBN 9790007153632. Key: G major. Language: German/Latin.

Origi nal in F major.

Orchestra SAB vocal soli, SATB choir, [2 flutes], 2 oboes, 2 horns, timpani, 2 violins, viola, basso continuo - Grade 3

SKU: CA.3107911

Cantata for Reformation Day. Composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. Edited by Uwe Wolf. Arranged by Paul Horn. German title: Gott, Der Herr, Ist Sonn Und Schild Rev. Innovative practice aids, Sacred vocal music, Cantatas, Psalms, German, Special days, Reformation day, Praise and thanks. Single Part, Violin 1. Composed circa 1725. BWV 79. 8 pages. Duration 17 minutes. Carus Verlag #CV 31.079/11. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.3107911).

ISBN 9790007045258. Key: G major. Language: German/English.

Aft er the really well-known cantata Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott BWV 80, Bach's only other cantata for Reformation Day is Gott, der Herr, ist Sonn und Schild BWV 79. The central chorale movement Nun danket alle Gott has become extremely famous separately from the cantata. This movement is characterised by the catchy melody of the two horn parts with their interludes between the lines of the chorale. These in turn are taken from the freely-composed opening chorus, thus forming a surprising link between the movement for chorus and the chorale. The chorus and both the arias in the cantata were used later in a Latin parody in the so-called Lutheran Masses. Score and part available separately - see item CA.3107900.