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In dulci jubilo
Staff Notation • Sacred, Cantatas
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In dulci jubilo by Dietrich Buxtehude — Lyrics
1.
In dulci jubilo,
Nun singet und seid froh!
Unsers Herzens Wonne liegt
in praesepio,
Und leuchtet als die Sonne
Matris in gremio,
Alpha es et O!
2.
O Jesu parvule
Nach dir ist mir so weh!
Tröst' mir mein Gemüte
O puer optime
Durch alle deine Güte
O princeps gloriae.
Trahe me post te!
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About In dulci jubilo
This SAB setting of the familiar Christmas carol In dulci jubilo is a moving devotional experience. Buxtehude weaves together a German translation of the carol's first stanza with a Latin text expressing devotion to the Christ child. The music's texture is rich, with the three voices working in close harmony to create a sense of awe and tenderness. The German verses speak of the joy and light of the nativity, while the Latin texts offer prayers for comfort and salvation. The interplay between the familiar carol melody and Buxtehude's contrapuntal writing makes this a deeply affecting piece, perfect for thoughtful reflection during the Christmas season.
