Georg Philipp Telemann
Machet die Tore weit
Kantate zum 1. Advent TVWV1:1074
Georg Philipp Telemann
Machet die Tore weit
Kantate zum 1. Advent TVWV1:1074
- Instrumentation Soloists, Mixed Choir (SATB), 2 Oboes, 2 Violins, Viola and Continuo
- Composer Georg Philipp Telemann
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- Publisher Carus-Verlag
- Order no. CV39105-00
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Open the festive Advent season with a radiant baroque masterpiece: The cantata "Machet die Tore weit" (TVWV 1:1074) by Georg Philipp Telemann is one of the most magnificent works for the First Sunday of Advent. Its exceptional musical quality is further underscored by the fact that it once held a treasured place in Johann Sebastian Bach's personal music library. The composition captivates through its baroque splendor, inspiring choral movements, and expressive solo passages. Scored for soloists (S[A]TB), four-part mixed choir (SATB), and a vibrant instrumental ensemble of 2 oboes, 2 violins, viola, and basso continuo, the cantata evokes a profound and joyful anticipation of Christmas. This full score from the renowned Carus-Verlag provides choirs, soloists, and instrumentalists with an authoritative, impeccably edited foundation for memorable concert and liturgical performances.