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Bringt her dem Herren, SWV 283
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Bringt her dem Herren, SWV 283 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Psalm 29:
Bringt her dem Herren,
ihr Gewaltigen,
bringt her dem Herren,
Ehre und Stärke.
Bringt her dem Herren,
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About Bringt her dem Herren, SWV 283
Heinrich Schütz's motet, Bringt her dem Herren, SWV 283, opens with a direct musical address, setting the stage for a declamation of Psalm 29. This sacred work for solo soprano unfolds the biblical text with clarity and purpose. The music reflects the majestic pronouncements of the psalm, inviting the listener to contemplate God's power and glory. The German lyrics call for reverence and the offering of honour and strength to the Lord, culminating in a universal acknowledgment of His divine name. Schütz's setting emphasizes the authoritative and celebratory nature of the text, making it a powerful devotional statement.
