Composer

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Dietrich Buxtehude

Genre

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Vocal

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Song

Average_duration

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8:19

Dietrich Buxtehude's 'Singet dem Herrn ein Neues Lied, BuxWV 98' is a sacred choral work composed in the late 17th century. The piece is believed to have been written in the 1680s, during Buxtehude's tenure as the organist at the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany. The work is divided into seven movements, each of which is based on a verse from Psalm 149. The first movement is a lively and joyful setting of the opening verse, "Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied" ("Sing to the Lord a new song"). The second movement, "Der Herr wird mit der Gerechtigkeit regieren" ("The Lord will reign with righteousness"), is a more subdued and contemplative piece, featuring imitative polyphony and expressive dissonances. The third movement, "Lobet den Herrn in seinen Taten" ("Praise the Lord for his deeds"), is a lively and rhythmic setting that features a fugue in the middle section. The fourth movement, "Der Herr hat seinen heiligen Arm offenbart" ("The Lord has revealed his holy arm"), is a powerful and dramatic piece that features a descending chromatic motif in the bass line. The fifth movement, "Ihr Heiligen, lobsinget dem Herrn" ("You saints, sing praises to the Lord"), is a joyful and celebratory setting that features a lively dance-like rhythm. The sixth movement, "Der Lobende soll frohlocken" ("Let the praise of God be in their mouths"), is a more contemplative piece that features a beautiful soprano solo. The final movement, "Alles was Odem hat, lobe den Herrn" ("Let everything that has breath praise the Lord"), is a grand and majestic setting that features a double fugue and a triumphant conclusion. Overall, 'Singet dem Herrn ein Neues Lied, BuxWV 98' is a masterful example of Buxtehude's skill as a composer of sacred choral music. The work showcases his ability to create complex and expressive polyphony, as well as his talent for crafting memorable melodies and rhythms. The piece remains a beloved and frequently performed work in the choral repertoire.

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