| Series |
Calvin Institute of Christian Worship liturgical studies series
Calvin Institute of Christian Worship liturgical studies series. ^A685537
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| Contents |
"Essential" and "Canonical" Bach -- Bach the theologian -- Bach's musical language -- Cantatas -- Motets -- Chorale preludes -- Passions and oratorios -- Mass in B Minor -- The catechism in Bach's works. Prologue. My only comfort. Motet: Furchte dich nicht -- Death. Chorale prelude: "Durch Adams Fall" ; Cantata 199: Mein Herz schwimmt in Blut -- Deliverance. What kind of deliverer?. Cantata 61: Nun komm, der Heiden Heiland -- What must a Christian believe?. Credo from Mass in B Minor -- Birth of Jesus. Christmas Oratorio, Part II -- Death of Jesus. The passions -- Resurrection of Jesus. Cantata 4: Christ lag in Todes Banden -- Discipleship. Coming-to-life of the new self. Three chorale preludes on "Dies sind die heiligen zehn Gebot" ; Cantata 77: Du sollst Gott, deinen Herren, lieben -- Anointed to confess his name. Cantata 147: Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben -- Anointed to be a living sacrifice. Cantata 56: Ich will den Kreuzstab gerne tragen -- Anointed to reign with him eternally. Cantata 140: Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme ; "Gloria" from Mass in B Minor ; "Sanctus" from Mass in B Minor ; "Dona nobis pacem" from Mass in B Minor. |
| Abstract |
In the history of Western music, J.S. Bach is unsurpassed in mastery of technique and profundity of thought. He was also a devout Lutheran with a broad knowledge of Scripture and theology. Given Bach's combination of musical prowess, personal devotion, and theological depth, it is not surprising that his music stands unexcelled among artistic expressions of the Christian faith. With the passage of time, however, many of the essential keys to understanding Bach's music have been lost. This book uniquely reconnects modern listeners with Bach's music, enabling them to listen to Bach with renewed understanding and appreciation. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-234) and index. |
| Language | Includes selected texts from Bach's works in German, with English translation in parallel columns. |
| LCCN | 99462207 |
| ISBN | 0802844723 (paper : alk. paper) |
