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Ich bin jung gewesen
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ich bin jung gewesen by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
Ich bin jung gewesen, und alt worden;
und habe noch nie gesehen, den Gerechten verlassen;
oder seinen Samen nach Brot gehen.
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About Ich bin jung gewesen
Johann Hermann Schein's sacred motet Ich bin jung gewesen offers a profound reflection on faith and righteousness. Set in German, its text draws from the Psalms, proclaiming that the singer has never seen the righteous forsaken, nor their children begging for bread. It serves as a powerful exhortation to remain pious and upright, promising that such steadfastness will ultimately lead to well-being. This substantial work, scored for two choirs (SSTTB and SSATB), provides rich contrapuntal opportunities and a grand sonic canvas for a larger choral ensemble. Its message of enduring faith makes it particularly suitable for reflection during times of uncertainty or as a testament to spiritual conviction.
