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Ihr lieben Christen, freut euch nun
Staff Notation • Sacred, Cantatas
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Ihr lieben Christen, freut euch nun by Dietrich Buxtehude — Lyrics
Ihr lieben Christen, freut euch nun,
bald wird erscheinen Gottes Sohn,
der unser Bruder worden ist,
das ist der lieb Herr Jesus Christ.
Siehe, siehe, der Herr kommt
mit viel tausend Heiligen,
Gerichte zu halten über alle.
Siehe, siehe, ich komme bald
und mein Lohn mit mir.
So komm doch, Jesu, komme bald,
und gänzlich zu befreien
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About Ihr lieben Christen, freut euch nun
This stirring German sacred cantata rejoices in the imminent coming of Christ. The text, from the opening lines of a 16th-century hymn, moves from the joyful anticipation of God's Son becoming our brother to the dramatic final judgment. It calls for Jesus to come swiftly, to free our souls and bring eternal joy. The composer Buxtehude masterfully sets this dramatic text for SSATB voices, building to a powerful plea for divine presence and everlasting praise. The music is rich and expressive, reflecting the spiritual intensity of the words, making it a compelling choice for a choir seeking impactful sacred repertoire.
