Composer

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Gottfried August Homilius

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Choral

Average_duration

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2:10

'Ob jemand sündiget' is a sacred cantata composed by Gottfried August Homilius, a German composer and church musician of the late Baroque era. The cantata was composed in 1765 and premiered in the same year in Dresden, Germany. The cantata consists of three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is an aria for soprano soloist, accompanied by strings and continuo. The aria is marked by a lively and joyful tempo, with the soprano singing of the forgiveness of sins and the grace of God. The second movement is a recitative for bass soloist, accompanied by continuo. The recitative is marked by a slower tempo and a more contemplative mood, with the bass reflecting on the nature of sin and the need for repentance. The third and final movement is a chorale for four-part choir, accompanied by strings and continuo. The chorale is marked by a slower tempo and a more solemn mood, with the choir singing of the power of God's grace to overcome sin and bring salvation. Overall, 'Ob jemand sündiget' is a typical example of Homilius's sacred music, characterized by its clear and expressive melodies, its use of counterpoint and harmony to convey the text, and its emphasis on the themes of sin, repentance, and redemption. The cantata is also notable for its use of soloists and choir, as well as its use of instrumental accompaniment to enhance the emotional impact of the music.

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