Composer

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Johann Hermann Schein

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Motet

Publication Date

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1623

Average_duration

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4:50

"Da Jakob vollendet hatte" is a sacred vocal work composed by Johann Hermann Schein, a German composer of the early Baroque era. The piece is part of his collection "Israelis Brünlein," which consists of 26 sacred vocal works. "Da Jakob vollendet hatte" is the tenth piece in the collection and was composed in 1623. The piece is written for four voices (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and is based on a biblical text from the book of Genesis. The text describes the death of Jacob and his final words to his sons. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which reflects a different aspect of the text. The first movement is a somber and mournful setting of Jacob's death. The music is slow and contemplative, with long, sustained notes and a sense of sadness and loss. The second movement is more upbeat and celebratory, reflecting Jacob's final words to his sons, in which he blesses them and predicts their future. The music is lively and energetic, with a sense of joy and optimism. The final movement returns to the somber mood of the first, as the text describes Jacob's burial and the mourning of his family. The music is slow and mournful, with a sense of finality and closure. Overall, "Da Jakob vollendet hatte" is a beautiful and moving piece of sacred music, reflecting Schein's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the biblical text. The piece premiered in 1623 and has since become a beloved part of the Baroque choral repertoire.

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