Composer

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Johann Christoph Bach

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Concerto

Average_duration

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7:16

Johann Christoph Bach's "Ach, daß ich Wassers genug hätte" is a sacred vocal work composed in the early 18th century. The exact date of composition is unknown, but it is believed to have been written between 1700 and 1710. The piece is written for four-part choir and basso continuo and is based on a text from the book of Jeremiah in the Bible. The work is divided into three movements. The first movement is a slow and mournful aria in which the speaker laments his lack of water. The second movement is a recitative in which the speaker continues to express his longing for water. The final movement is a lively and joyful aria in which the speaker expresses his hope that God will provide him with the water he needs. The characteristics of the piece reflect the Baroque style of the time. The use of a basso continuo provides a steady harmonic foundation for the vocal parts, and the vocal lines are often highly ornamented with trills and other embellishments. The text is set in a highly expressive manner, with the music reflecting the emotions of the speaker. The piece was likely premiered in a church setting, as it was intended for use in sacred services. It is one of several vocal works composed by Johann Christoph Bach, who was a member of the famous Bach musical family. While he was not as well-known as his more famous relatives, his music is still highly regarded for its beauty and emotional depth.

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