Composer

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Johann Sebastian Bach

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Chorale Prelude

Compose Date

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1713 - 1715

Publication Date

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1878

Average_duration

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1:16

"Ich dich hab ich gehoffet, Herr, BWV 640" is a chorale prelude composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. It is part of his collection of chorale preludes known as the "Orgelbüchlein," which he began compiling in Weimar in 1713 and completed in Leipzig in 1726. The piece is based on the hymn "Ich hab in Gottes Herz und Sinn" by Johann Rist. The premiere of "Ich dich hab ich gehoffet, Herr, BWV 640" is unknown, but it was likely performed during Bach's time as organist at the court of Weimar or as cantor at the Thomaskirche in Leipzig. The piece consists of a single movement and is written for solo organ. The piece begins with a simple, yet expressive melody played in the right hand. The left hand provides a gentle accompaniment with broken chords. The melody is then repeated in the pedals, adding depth and richness to the sound. The piece continues with variations on the melody, with the left hand and pedals taking turns playing the accompaniment. The piece ends with a quiet, peaceful cadence. "Ich dich hab ich gehoffet, Herr, BWV 640" is a beautiful example of Bach's skill as a composer and his ability to create complex and expressive music with simple melodies. The piece is characterized by its gentle, flowing melody and its use of counterpoint to create a rich, layered sound. It is a testament to Bach's mastery of the organ and his ability to create music that is both technically challenging and emotionally moving.

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