Who's behind the notes? Discover Johann Sebastian Bach: Master of Baroque Music
The Sanctus in D minor, BWV 239, is a fascinating piece in Bach's catalog shrouded in questions of authorship. While traditionally attributed to the great master, modern scholarship often classifies it as spurious - a work by an unknown composer that was merely copied by Bach. This short, solemn setting of the Sanctus text is written for mixed chorus, strings, and continuo. Despite the attribution doubts, it remains a beautiful example of Baroque sacred music that continues to be performed and studied, offering a glimpse into the musical practices of Bach's time and the circulation of compositions among musicians.