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Herr, laß meine Klage
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Herr, laß meine Klage by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
Herr, laß meine Klage für dich kommen; unterweise mich nach deinem Wort,
laß mein Flehen für dich kommen. Errette mich nach deinem Worte.
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About Herr, laß meine Klage
Johann Hermann Schein's motet Herr, laß meine Klage sets a prayer for divine guidance and deliverance. The text expresses a plea for God to hear the suppliant's lament and to instruct them according to His word, leading to praise. This setting is scored for two distinct five-part choirs, SSTTB and SSATB, allowing for rich, antiphonal textures and diverse sonic possibilities. Schein, a significant composer of the German Baroque, masterfully crafts this sacred work, employing the contrasting vocal forces to create a deeply expressive and devotional musical experience. The interplay between the choirs reflects the dialogue between the individual and the divine inherent in the text.
