This opening movement from Bach's chorale cantata BWV 96 features a striking chorale fantasia where the alto carries the cantus firmus, accompanied by a horn (later replaced by trombone) and an unusual flauto piccolo representing the glittering morning star mentioned in the text. Composed in 1724 for Leipzig's 18th Sunday after Trinity, it explores the theological question of Christ's dual nature through vivid musical symbolism.
Aria from Bach's chorale cantata based on Elisabeth Cruciger's hymn. Features expressive vocal writing with symbolic instrumentation, including an unusual flauto piccolo (sopranino recorder) in the original version to depict the sparkling morning star, later replaced by violino piccolo.
