J.S. Bach - Cantatas

Sound icon Real Audio - Aria: "Endlich, endlich wird mein Joch," from Canata 56, Ich will den Kreuzstab gerne tragen
Bach often used solo instruments in his cantatas to provide an interplay between voice and instruments, as in this example which features the oboe.
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Sound icon Real Audio - Aria, "Schlummert ein, ihr matten augen" from Cantata No. 82, Ich habe genug
Bach's cantatas contain all types of pieces: recitatives, arias, choruses, and even instrumental pieces. This example of an aria is from a cantata telling the story of Simeon, who wishes only to see the Messiah before he dies. Here the text, which speaks of a heavenly sleep, is lovingly realized in music.
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J.S. Bach Cantatas

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