Composer

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Hans Leo Hassler

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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2:30

'Allein Gott in der Höch sei Her' is a hymn composed by Hans Leo Hassler in the early 17th century. The hymn is based on the German version of the Gloria, which is a part of the Catholic Mass. The hymn is also known as the "Lutheran Gloria" and is widely used in Lutheran churches. The hymn was composed in 1601 and was first published in Hassler's collection of sacred music, "Cantiones Sacrae". The hymn has four movements, each of which is based on a different verse of the Gloria. The first movement is a simple setting of the first verse, "Allein Gott in der Höch sei Her". The second movement is a more elaborate setting of the second verse, "Und Fried auf Erden". The third movement is a setting of the third verse, "Wir loben dich". The final movement is a setting of the fourth verse, "Herr Gott, König, himmlischer Vater". The hymn is characterized by its simple and straightforward melody, which is easy to sing and remember. The harmonies are also simple and are based on the traditional chord progressions of the time. The hymn is typically sung in unison, although it can also be sung in harmony. The hymn has been widely used in Lutheran churches throughout the centuries and is still a popular hymn today. It is often sung during the Gloria in the Mass and is also used as a hymn of praise and thanksgiving. The hymn is a testament to the enduring power of simple and beautiful music, and its popularity is a testament to the enduring power of faith and worship.

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