Kuhnau: Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied

Composer: Johann Kuhnau (1660-1722) Piano reduction: Andreas Köhs Editor: David Erler Instrumentation: SATB Choir, Orchestra Work: Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied (Cantata after Psalm 98) Binding: Saddle-Stitch Work Language: German ISMN: 9790004187937 Size: 7.5 x 10.6 inches Pages: 32 Urtext / Critical Edition Look Inside! PDF Preview Description Kuhnau's setting of the 98th psalm Singet dem Herrn ein neues Lied is a sonorous cantata with the opulent scoring of two trumpets, timpani and a five-part string section. This baroque gem radiates a special brilliance with its virtuoso part writing. The instrumental and vocal groups alternate to aptly portray the rejoicing, singing and music-making to the glory of God sung about in the text. Kuhnau also comes up with effective sound mixes and echo effects, particularly onomatopoetic in the section to verse 7 ("Das Meer brauset", the sea is roaring). Like many of Kuhnau's other works, this cantata in the form of