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Komm, heiliger Geist, SWV 417
Staff Notation • Sacred, Cantatas
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Komm, heiliger Geist, SWV 417 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Komm, Heiliger Geist, Herre Gott,
Erfüll mit deiner Gnaden Gut
Deiner Gläubigen Herz, Mut und Sinn,
Dein brünstig Lieb entzünd in ihn!
O Herr, durch deines Lichtes Glast
Zu dem Glauben versammelt hast
Das Volk aus aller Welt Zungen;
Das sei dir, Herr, zu Lob gesungen!
Halleluja!
Du heiliges Licht, edler Hort,
Lass uns leuchten des Lebens Wort
Und lehr uns Gott recht erkennen,
Von Herzen Vater ihn nennen!
O Herr, behüt vor fremder Lehr,
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About Komm, heiliger Geist, SWV 417
This imposing setting of the Pentecost sequence Komm, heiliger Geist by Heinrich Schütz is ideal for a church choir on a significant feast day. The German text is a fervent plea for the Holy Spirit to fill believers' hearts and minds with divine love and light. It asks for guidance in recognizing God and for protection against false teachings, urging unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. The composer’s rich harmonic language and masterful use of his forces create a powerful and moving experience, reflecting the awe-inspiring nature of the text. The substantial vocal forces indicated, including multiple SATB choirs and a large double choir combination, suggest a grand and resonant performance befitting this solemn occasion.
