Ich wünsche weder Ehr noch Gut

This sacred German hymn by Joachim a Burgk for SATT voices opens with a contemplative mood. The four vocal parts weave together, creating a rich texture that effectively conveys the devotional text. The music reflects the lyrics' central theme: a desire to renounce worldly honours and possessions, finding true worth and eternal glory only through the blood of Christ. The composer's setting emphasizes praise and honour for the Lord, a sentiment reinforced by the text's hopeful conclusion of eternal glory, bringing the piece to a profound amen.