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Ein wunderschönes Kindelein
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ein wunderschönes Kindelein by Michael Altenburg — Lyrics
Ein wunderschönes Kindelein
zu Bethlehem im Krippelein
trägt ein Jungfrau in Armen.
Ei, wunder groß
Marienschoß
trägt Gottessohn
den Gnadenthron.
Wer hat solch Wunder mehr gehört
auf Erden ist die Himmelspfort
Eja, Eja, Eja,
Gott is da
des wind wir froh.
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About Ein wunderschönes Kindelein
This German motet offers a beautiful contemplation of the Nativity. The text, sung in German and Latin, celebrates the wondrous birth of a child in Bethlehem, venerating Mary as the mother of God. The music is designed for SSAATB choir, allowing for rich harmonic textures and expressive contrasts as it moves between the joy of "In dulci jubilo" and the tender devotion of "O Jesu parvule." Its sacred nature makes it particularly fitting for Christmas services or concerts, providing a profound musical reflection on the Incarnation.
