This concerto exemplifies Bach's mastery of counterpoint, featuring two violins in a vibrant dialogue over a continuo foundation. Its first movement, Allegro, is celebrated for its rhythmic drive and intricate melodic interplay.
This opening Arioso from Bach's Cantata BWV 22 features a dramatic biblical narrative where Jesus predicts his suffering in Jerusalem. Scored originally for obbligato oboe and strings, it exemplifies Bach's ability to blend operatic expressiveness with sacred text. The cantata was composed in 1723 as part of Bach's application for the position of Thomaskantor in Leipzig.
This aria is the fourth movement of Bach's cantata BWV 22, composed for his Leipzig audition. Featuring a passepied (French dance) character in 3/8 time, it expresses spiritual joy through vivacious string motifs and a da capo structure. Originally scored for bass voice, oboe, and strings, its dance-like abandon was atypical for sacred works, showcasing Bach's innovative fusion of devotional text with worldly musical forms.
This aria opens Bach's cantata BWV 22, composed for Quinquagesima Sunday. It features an expressive obbligato oboe that mirrors the alto voice's plea for divine guidance. The music illustrates Baroque affective principles through its poignant melodies and harmonic tension, symbolizing the soul's yearning to follow Christ without questioning.
