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Das Deo Gratias nach dem Essen, SWV 430
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Das Deo Gratias nach dem Essen, SWV 430 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Πάτερ ἡμῶν ὁ ἐν τοῖς οὐρανοῖς·
ἁγιασθήτω τὸ ὄνομά σου·
ἐλθέτω ἡ βασιλεία σου·
γεννηθήτω τὸ θέλημά σου,
ὡς ἐν οὐρανῷ καὶ ἐπὶ τῆς γῆς·
τὸν ἄρτον ἡμῶν τὸν ἐπιούσιον δὸς ἡμῖν σήμερον·
καὶ ἄφες ἡμῖν τὰ ὀφειλήματα ἡμῶν,
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About Das Deo Gratias nach dem Essen, SWV 430
This setting of the Lord's Prayer in German is by Heinrich Schütz, a leading figure in early German Baroque music. Scored for SATB choir, it is a sacred motet that offers a concise and devotional musical treatment of the familiar words. The composition reflects Schütz's mastery of counterpoint and expressive harmony, typical of his sacred vocal works. It is a powerful yet accessible piece, suitable for liturgical use or as a reflective concert item. The setting captures the solemnity and profound message of the prayer, making it an engaging choice for choirs seeking to explore the German sacred music tradition.
