Bach, Johann Sebastian 1685 - 1750

Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden, BWV 47

Whoever exalts himself shall be abased

BWV 47 Soprano, Bass (voice), Mixed Chorus, Orchestra Religious works Cantatas Baroque Composed 1726 · published 1860 · 24 min · 5 movements

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5 movements

1. I Chorus: Wer sich selbst erhöhet, der soll erniedriget werden
2. II Aria (soprano): Wer ein wahrer Christ will heißen
3. III Recitativo (bass): Der Mensch ist Kot, Stank, Asch und Erde
4. IV Aria (bass): Jesu, beuge doch mein Herze
5. V Chorale: Der zeitlichen Ehrn will ich gern entbehrn

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