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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1739

Publication Date

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1739

Average_duration

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1:40

'Vater unser im Himmelreich (III), BWV 683' 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 1716. The piece is based on the Lutheran hymn "Vater unser im Himmelreich" (Our Father in Heaven), which is a German version of the Lord's Prayer. The composition is in the key of G major and has a time signature of 3/4. It consists of four movements, each of which is based on a different phrase from the hymn. The first movement is a simple and elegant setting of the opening phrase, "Vater unser im Himmelreich" (Our Father in Heaven). The second movement is more complex and features a lively and playful melody that is based on the phrase "Dein Name werde geheiligt" (Hallowed be thy name). The third movement is a slower and more contemplative setting of the phrase "Dein Reich komme" (Thy kingdom come). The final movement is a joyful and triumphant setting of the phrase "Und führe uns nicht in Versuchung" (And lead us not into temptation). The piece was likely composed in Weimar between 1713 and 1714, and it was first performed in Leipzig in 1723. It is considered to be one of Bach's most beautiful and expressive chorale preludes, and it is often performed in church services and recitals. The piece showcases Bach's mastery of counterpoint and his ability to create complex and intricate harmonies. It is also notable for its use of ornamentation and its expressive use of dynamics and phrasing. Overall, 'Vater unser im Himmelreich (III), BWV 683' is a masterpiece of Baroque music and a testament to Bach's genius as a composer.

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