Composer

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Dietrich Buxtehude

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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14:54

Movement_count

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7

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Dietrich Buxtehude's 'Gott, hilf mir, BuxWV 34' is a sacred vocal work composed in the mid-17th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written during Buxtehude's tenure as the organist at the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany. The piece is written for four voices (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and is scored for basso continuo. The work is divided into three movements. The first movement is a prayer for help, with the text "Gott, hilf mir, denn das Wasser geht mir bis an die Seele" (God, help me, for the water has risen to my soul). The second movement is a recitative, with the text "Ich rufe zu Gott, und der Herr wird mir helfen" (I call upon God, and the Lord will help me). The final movement is a chorale, with the text "Herr, ich habe missgehandelt" (Lord, I have sinned). The first movement is characterized by its use of chromaticism and dissonance, which create a sense of urgency and desperation in the text. The second movement is more contemplative, with the recitative style allowing for a more introspective interpretation of the text. The final movement is a chorale, with the four voices singing in harmony and unison, creating a sense of resolution and redemption. Overall, 'Gott, hilf mir, BuxWV 34' is a powerful and emotional work that showcases Buxtehude's skill as a composer and his ability to convey complex emotions through music. Its premiere is unknown, but it has since become a staple of the sacred vocal repertoire.

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