"Jesus bleibet meine Freude" (Jesus remains my joy), commonly known as "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" in English,
is a chorale from J.S. Bach's Cantata BWV 147. It is one of Bach's most recognizable works, frequently performed
in arrangements for piano, orchestra, and choir. The cantata was composed in Leipzig for the Marian feast of the Visitation.
"Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" is the common English name for the chorale movement from J.S. Bach's Cantata BWV 147 "Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben". Though composed for voices, its graceful melody made it a staple of wedding music and piano repertoire.
A chorale from Bach’s cantata BWV 147, composed in 1723. Its serene melody and sacred themes have made it a staple in both religious and secular settings, often adapted for weddings and instrumental performances.
One of Bach's most famous melodies, originally composed for the cantata "Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben". Its serene character has made it a staple at weddings and cultural events globally.
This chorale movement from Bach's cantata BWV 147 features one of the most recognizable Baroque melodies, frequently used in weddings and ceremonies. Its popular English title reflects the work's enduring message of spiritual joy, though the original German text focuses on the connection between faith and action.
