Ein feste Burg (Fall 2011)

Anthology Number: 44(d) Anthology Page: 235ff

CD Track: 11

Basic Information

 * Species: Chorale
 * National or other Origin: Germany
 * Date / era: ca. 1529
 * Composer or other figure: Johann Walter (polyphonic setting); Martin Luther (original music and text)

Identifying Characteristics:

 * Polyphony sung by choir, congregation sings unison on tenor line
 * Text based on Psalm 46
 * Text is a statement of faith in God's power to protect believers
 * Music is sung with strength and confidence, reflecting meaning of text
 * Recording includes instruments (Brass on Altus line)
 * Transposed ionian polyphony for 4 voices

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