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Gottfried August Homilius

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Chorale Prelude

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4:38

Gottfried August Homilius was a German composer and organist of the late Baroque era. He was born in Rosenthal, Saxony, on February 2, 1714, and died in Dresden on June 2, 1785. Homilius was a prolific composer, and his works include cantatas, oratorios, motets, and instrumental music. One of his most famous works is the Choral Prelude for organ, Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten. The Choral Prelude for organ, Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten, was composed by Homilius in the late 18th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written sometime between 1770 and 1780. The piece is a setting of the hymn "Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten" by Georg Neumark. The Choral Prelude for organ, Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten, is a single-movement work that is approximately four minutes in length. The piece is written for solo organ and is characterized by its simple, yet elegant, melody and harmonies. The piece is in the key of G major and is written in a slow, contemplative tempo. The Choral Prelude for organ, Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten, is a beautiful example of Homilius' skill as a composer. The piece is characterized by its use of simple, yet effective, harmonies and its clear, melodic lines. The piece is also notable for its use of ornamentation, which adds a sense of elegance and refinement to the work. Overall, the Choral Prelude for organ, Wer nur den Lieben Gott Lässt walten, is a beautiful and contemplative work that showcases Homilius' skill as a composer.

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