Composer

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Johann Sebastian Bach

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Art Song

Compose Date

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1736

Publication Date

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1736

Average_duration

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2:30

"So gibst du nun, mein Jesu, gut Nacht, BWV 501" is a sacred aria composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. The piece was composed in the early 18th century, during Bach's tenure as the Kapellmeister at the court of Weimar. The aria is part of a larger collection of sacred works known as the "Neumeister Collection," which was compiled by Bach's contemporary, Johann Gottfried Neumeister. The aria is written for a solo voice accompanied by a continuo of harpsichord and cello. It is a simple and elegant piece, with a gentle melody that is both soothing and contemplative. The text of the aria is a prayerful farewell to Jesus, asking for his protection and guidance through the night. The piece is divided into two movements. The first movement is a slow and stately introduction, with the voice and continuo playing in unison. The melody is simple and repetitive, with a gentle rise and fall that creates a sense of calm and serenity. The second movement is more lively and expressive, with the voice and continuo playing off each other in a call-and-response pattern. The melody is more complex and ornamented, with a sense of urgency and longing. The text of the aria becomes more emotional, with the singer expressing their love and devotion to Jesus. Overall, "So gibst du nun, mein Jesu, gut Nacht, BWV 501" is a beautiful and contemplative piece of sacred music. Its simple melody and prayerful text make it a perfect piece for meditation and reflection.

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