First produced in Leipzig in 1734-35, Bach's Christmas Oratorio unfolds in a set of 6 cantatas unified by a Biblical narrative relating the story of the birth of Christ. This masterpiece of sacred music, for centuries a favorite throughout the Christmas season, has been reproduced from the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft edition published by Breitkopf & Härtel.
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Eleven Great Cantatas by Johann Sebastian Bach Features No. 4, "Christ lag in Todesbanden," No. 21, "Ich hatte viel Bekümmerniss," No. 78, "Jesu, der du meine Seele," No. 80, "Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott," and 7 more. Bach-Gesellschaft edition.
Seven Great Sacred Cantatas in Full Score by Johann Sebastian Bach Seven of the most well-loved, frequently performed sacred cantatas. Printed from a clear, modern engraving and sturdily bound; new literal line-for-line translations. Reliable Bach-Gesellschaft edition. Complete German texts.
Mass in B Minor in Full Score by Johann Sebastian Bach The crowning glory of Bach's lifework in the field of sacred music and a universal statement of Christian faith, reprinted from the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft edition. Includes translation of text.
St. Matthew Passion in Full Score by Johann Sebastian Bach Great choral masterpiece long considered the noblest, most inspired musical treatment of the crucifixion of Christ. Reprinted from the definitive Breitkopf & Härtel edition.
St. John Passion in Full Score by Johann Sebastian Bach One of the most moving of all the musical settings of the Passion of Christ, and one of the most frequently performed of all religious choral works. Reprinted from the authoritative Bach-Gesellschaft edition.
