Composer

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Dietrich Buxtehude

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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9:19

Dietrich Buxtehude's 'Lobe den Herrn meine Seele, BuxWV 71' is a sacred vocal work composed in the 17th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written during Buxtehude's tenure as the organist at the Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany. The piece is scored for four voices (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) and continuo. The work is divided into three movements. The first movement is a lively and joyful setting of Psalm 103, verse 1: "Praise the Lord, my soul, and all that is within me, praise his holy name." The music is characterized by its energetic rhythms and bright harmonies, which convey a sense of exuberance and celebration. The second movement is a more introspective setting of Psalm 103, verses 2-5: "Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's." The music is slower and more contemplative, with long, flowing melodic lines and rich harmonies that convey a sense of gratitude and awe. The final movement is a joyful setting of Psalm 150, which exhorts all living creatures to praise the Lord with music and dance. The music is characterized by its lively rhythms, bright harmonies, and exuberant vocal lines, which convey a sense of joy and celebration. Overall, 'Lobe den Herrn meine Seele, BuxWV 71' is a masterful example of Buxtehude's skill as a composer of sacred vocal music. The work showcases his ability to create music that is both joyful and introspective, and his skill in setting biblical texts to music in a way that conveys their meaning and emotional impact.

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