Composer

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Heinrich Schütz

Genre

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Choral

Style

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Psalm

Publication Date

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1619

Average_duration

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5:47

Heinrich Schütz's 'Ich freue mich des (Psalm 122), SWV 26 (Op. 2/5)' is a sacred choral work that was composed in the early 17th century. The piece was first performed in 1619 in Dresden, Germany, and is part of Schütz's collection of sacred works known as the 'Psalmen Davids.' The work is divided into three movements, each of which reflects the text of Psalm 122. The first movement is a joyful and celebratory setting of the opening verse of the psalm, "I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord." The music is characterized by lively rhythms, bright harmonies, and a sense of excitement and anticipation. The second movement is a more contemplative setting of the psalm's middle verses, which speak of the peace and prosperity that can be found within the walls of Jerusalem. The music is slower and more introspective, with rich harmonies and a sense of calm and serenity. The final movement returns to the joyful mood of the opening, with a setting of the psalm's closing verses that exhort the listener to pray for the peace and prosperity of Jerusalem. The music is lively and energetic, with a sense of triumph and celebration. Overall, 'Ich freue mich des (Psalm 122), SWV 26 (Op. 2/5)' is a masterful example of Schütz's skill in setting sacred texts to music. The work is characterized by its rich harmonies, lively rhythms, and sense of joy and celebration, and remains a beloved piece of sacred choral music to this day.

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