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Ich freue mich im Herrn
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSTTB, SSATB · Peter Kaplan
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Ich freue mich im Herrn by Johann Hermann Schein — Lyrics
Ich freue mich im Herren, und meine Seele ist fröhlich in meinem Gott,
denn er hat mich angezogen mit den Kleidern des Heiles und mit dem Rock der Gerechtigkeit gekleidet.
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About Ich freue mich im Herrn
Johann Hermann Schein’s Ich freue mich im Herrn is a sacred motet for double choir (SSTTB, SSATB). The rich, imitative textures showcase the composer’s mastery of polyphony, weaving together the two choirs in a vibrant dialogue. The German text, drawn from Isaiah 61:10, expresses profound joy and gratitude for divine salvation, comparing the faithful to a bride adorned for her groom. Schein’s music vividly portrays this spiritual rapture through its soaring lines and jubilant harmonies. This motet stands as a fine example of German sacred music from the early Baroque period, offering a powerful and uplifting choral experience.
