Johann Sebastian Bach
Sehet, wir gehn hinauf gen Jerusalem
Kantate BWV 159 zum Sonntag Estomihi
Johann Sebastian Bach
Sehet, wir gehn hinauf gen Jerusalem
Kantate BWV 159 zum Sonntag Estomihi
- Instrumentation Soloists, Mixed Choir (SATB), Oboe, Bassoon, Strings and Organ
- Composer Johann Sebastian Bach
- Edition Score
- Publisher Carus-Verlag
- Order no. CV31159-00
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Description:
Johann Sebastian Bach's cantata "Sehet, wir gehn hinauf gen Jerusalem" (BWV 159) is among the most deeply moving works of the Passion season. Composed for Estomihi Sunday (Quinquagesima), the final Sunday before Lent, the music captures Christ's sorrowful journey to Jerusalem with profound expressiveness. Bach weaves a masterful arc between mournful C minor and comforting E-flat major, culminating in unforgettable moments such as the intimate alto aria "Es ist vollbracht." Scored for vocal soloists and mixed choir (SATB), richly accompanied by oboe, bassoon, strings, and organ, this work achieves a deeply spiritual and chamber-like intimacy. This high-quality full score from Carus-Verlag provides the ideal foundation for conductors, choirs, and ensembles to deliver an authentic and inspiring performance of this Baroque masterpiece.