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Ich hebe meine Augen auf (Psalm 121), SWV 31
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.
SATB.SATB · James Gibb
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Ich hebe meine Augen auf (Psalm 121), SWV 31 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Canticum graduum. Levavi oculos meos in montes, unde veniet auxilium mihi.
Auxilium meum a Domino, qui fecit caelum et terram.
Non det in commotionem pedem tuum, neque dormitet qui custodit te.
Ecce non dormitabit neque dormiet qui custodit Israël.
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About Ich hebe meine Augen auf (Psalm 121), SWV 31
Heinrich Schütz’s setting of Psalm 121, Ich hebe meine Augen auf, draws its text from the biblical Canticum graduum. The motet is written for double choir (SATB.SATB), creating a rich sonic palette through the interplay of the two vocal groups. Schütz masterfully crafts moments of dialogue and contrast between the choirs, building to powerful declarations of faith and trust in God’s protection. The composer’s profound understanding of text-setting is evident, vividly portraying the psalm’s message of unwavering reliance on the Lord, who watches over his people day and night, guarding against all evil. This is a profoundly moving motet, suitable for services or concerts.
