Composer

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Georg Philipp Telemann

Genre

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Choral

Compose Date

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1730

Publication Date

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1730

Fast allgemeines Evangelische-Musicalisches Lieder-Buch, TWV 10:1 is a collection of sacred songs composed by Georg Philipp Telemann. The work was composed in 1730 and premiered in the same year. The collection consists of 374 hymns, which were intended for use in Lutheran churches. The work is divided into 12 movements, each of which contains a number of hymns. The movements are organized according to the liturgical calendar, with each movement corresponding to a particular season or holiday. The first movement, for example, contains hymns for Advent and Christmas, while the second movement contains hymns for Epiphany and the following Sundays. The characteristics of the work are typical of Telemann's style. The music is simple and straightforward, with clear melodies and harmonies. The hymns are written in a variety of styles, including chorales, arias, and recitatives. The instrumentation is also varied, with some hymns accompanied by a full orchestra, while others are accompanied by a single instrument, such as a harpsichord or organ. Overall, Fast allgemeines Evangelische-Musicalisches Lieder-Buch, TWV 10:1 is a significant work in the history of sacred music. It represents Telemann's commitment to providing accessible and meaningful music for use in the Lutheran church, and it continues to be performed and studied today.

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