Handbell,Harp - Level 3 - Digital Download
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Composed by J. S. Bach, 1685-1750. Arranged by James M. Guthrie, ASCAP. Baroque,Easter,Standards,Wedding. 11 pages. Jmsgu3 #6264883. Published by jmsgu3 (A0.552720).
Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring
Bach composed a cantata called Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben. Though it is the 32nd cantata, it is listed as BWV 147. Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring is the 10th movement of the cantata. It was customary to use previous melodies as a basis for a new work - a practice called Cantus prius factus. So, the chorale melody for this piece is a historic tune called Werde munter, mein Gemüthe. Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring is customarily performed at weddings, and during major church seasons such as Easter and Christmas.