This aria duet from Bach's cantata "Jesu, der du meine Seele" explores themes of sin and redemption through intricate counterpoint, typical of Bach's sacred works. The cantata was composed for the 14th Sunday after Trinity and features a dialogue between soprano and alto voices.
Composed in 1724 for the 14th Sunday after Trinity, this cantata is based on Johann Rist's 1641 hymn. The aria represents a spiritual dialogue, typical of Bach's Leipzig church cantatas, with intricate counterpoint and expressive vocal lines reflecting Baroque theological concepts.
This aria from Bach's cantata BWV 78 illustrates Lutheran theology through music: the flute's flowing lines symbolize the cleansing blood of Christ mentioned in the lyrics. Composed for the 14th Sunday after Trinity, it contrasts dramatically with the cantata's other movements - shifting from despair to redemption.
Jesu, der du meine Seele, BWV 78 is one of Bach's most profound chorale cantatas from his second Leipzig cycle. Composed for the 14th Sunday after Trinity, it explores themes of redemption and spiritual struggle through complex counterpoint and expressive arias. The closing bass aria "Nur du wirst mein Gewissen stillen" features an exquisite oboe obbligato that dialogues with the voice in concerto-like fashion, representing the soul's conversation with Christ.
