Johann Sebastian Bach
Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
Kantate BWV 1 zum Fest Mariae Verkündigung
Johann Sebastian Bach
Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
Kantate BWV 1 zum Fest Mariae Verkündigung
- Instrumentation Soloists, Mixed Choir (SATB) and Chamber Orchestra
- Edition Piano Reduction
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Difficulty Level
- Composer Johann Sebastian Bach
- Editor Martin Focke
- Publisher Bärenreiter Verlag
- Series Bärenreiter Urtext
- Editor Matthias Wendt
- Order no. BA10001-90
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excl. shipping costs
Description:
With the festive cantata "Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern" (BWV 1), Johann Sebastian Bach created a masterpiece of radiance, devotion, and musical splendor for the Feast of the Annunciation. The work captivates through its brilliant opening chorus, expressive solo parts, and masterful chorale setting. This premium vocal score from the renowned Bärenreiter Verlag is based on authoritative Urtext scholarship, providing choirs and soloists with the ideal foundation for rehearsals and performances. The well-crafted, playable piano reduction faithfully reflects the rich colors of the original orchestral instrumentation featuring horns, oboes, strings, and basso continuo. Whether for thorough rehearsal preparation or performances in smaller settings, this Urtext edition for soloists (SATB), mixed choir, and keyboard is an indispensable companion for ambitious vocal ensembles and Bach enthusiasts.
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1. (Coro): Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern / How bright and fair
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the morning star
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2. Recitativo (Tenore): Du wahrer Gottes und Marien Sohn / Thou very
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son of God and Mary born
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3. Aria (Soprano): Erfüllet, ihr himmlischen, göttlichen Flammen /
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Come kindle, thou heavenly bright shining beacon
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4. Recitativo (Basso): Ein ird'scher Glanz, ein lieblich Licht / Our
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hearts rejoice in no false light
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5. Aria (Tenore): Unser Mund und Ton der Saiten / Harp and viol,
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voices blending
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6. Choral: Wie bin ich doch so herzlich froh / What joy my Saviour
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brings to me
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