Kuhnau
Tristis Est Anima Mea
In this episode Ben will guide you through the mesmerizing and expressive motet "Tristis est anima mea," attributed to Johann Kuhnau, a predecessor of Johann Sebastian Bach as Thomaskantor in Leipzig.
This sacred motet, composed for five voices, follows Italian models with a conservative yet expressive approach, and is based on the second Tenebrae Responsory for Maundy Thursday.
Join Ben as he expertly teaches all five parts (SSATB) of this beautiful and reflective piece, which showcases subtle attention to different sections and individual words of the text. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the captivating work of a skillful and imaginative composer with dramatic flair!
Links to learning
(Also displayed on screen during the teaching session.)
YouTube teaching
This piece is taught in voice parts and is open to all skill levels. Start at the “Introductory sing through” link below, then either watch the entire session or use the following links jump to the teaching and sing through for your voice part. Finally, enjoy the sing through with all parts at the end!
Introductory sing through (listening/sight reading)
Soprano 1 rehearsal and sing through
Soprano 2 rehearsal and sing through
Alto rehearsal and sing through
Tenor rehearsal and sing through
Bass rehearsal and sing through
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