Gott bhüte dich Johannes H. E. Koch first performed in Leipzig (1747)

first performed in Leipzig (1747)

In the orchestral material short excerpts containing the conclusions of the secco recitatives are rendered with cue notes in separate vocal systems printed above the score where the instrumentalists pause

melodic shapes filled with sweetness convey to the listener a multi-layered impression of a composition stamped by a strongly personal will to expression

Praetorius always remains a practical musician who ensures that these breathtaking choral concerti can also be effectively performed with smaller forces

just a set of parts

Gott bhüte dich Johannes H. E. Koch first performed in Leipzig (1747)