AWR - Instrumental Music3

The music today is part of the Chorale Partita, "Auf meinen lieben Gott, BuxWV 179," In God My Faithful God, BuxWv 179. The words express trust in God. This was composed by Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707).

The music today is part of the Chorale Partita, "Auf meinen lieben Gott, BuxWV 179," In God My Faithful God, BuxWV 179. The words express trust in God. This was composed by Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707).

The music today is "Double, the second part of the Chorale Partita, Auf meinen lieben Gott. "In God, My Faithful God." The words express trust in God. This was composed by Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707).

The music today is part of the Chorale Partita, Auf meinen lieben Gott, BuxWV 179. "In God, My Faithful God, BuxWV 179." The words express trust in God. This was composed by Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707).

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6, Variation 6 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6, Variation 5 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6, Variation 4 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6, Variation 2 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6, Variation 1 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. This is Aria #6 from his book Hexachordum Apollinis (1699). He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

Johann Pachelbel (1653-1706) was a prominent Christian composer who influenced J.S. Bach. His book, Hexachordum Apollinis (1699) was a collection of Ariettas and variations. He believed that music comes from God and reflects the song of the angels.

This chorale prelude comes from "A Little Organ Book" ("Orgelbüchlein") which Bach wrote for use in the church year. This particular piece comes from the "Miscellaneous" section not necessarily tied to the church year.

Johann Anton Kobrich (1714-1791) was a German organist and composer. This lovely Pastorella is part of a set of pieces that reminds one of life in nature.  The style emphasizes a peaceful, cheerful atmosphere.

Orlando Gibbons (1583-1625) was an English composer and keyboard player.The vocal, lyrical writing of the madrigal can be heard in this Voluntary, which was a piece played before or after the service by the organist.

These three pieces: Plainte, Musette and Canzona were written by Léon Boëllmann: 1862-1897. He was a composer and a church musician.

Music for Meditation, "Da Jesus an dem Kreuze Stund SSWV 113" When Jesus stood upon the cross, SSWV 113 (Samuel Scheidt: 1587-1654)

John Alcock,Jr.(1740-1791) was an English church musician who wrote for instruments and choirs. He was educated at Oxford University. His father was also a church musician. The Siciliano was written for instruments.

Music for Meditation, Gavotte from Troisième Suite (Jean-Henri d'Anglebert: 1629-1691). Jean-Henri d'Anglebert was a French composer and harpsichordist. Johann Sebastian Bach was influenced by his music.

This Pastorale has its origins in the shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. These were played at Christmas time and also around the year. Jean-François Dandrieu (c. 1682-1738) was a French composer, harpsichordist and organist.

The Pastorale began with shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. They are used at Christmas time and during the year. Giambattista Ignazio Grazioli (1746-1820) was an organist and composer, serving as organist at St. Mark's in Venice.

The Pastorale began with shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. They are used at Christmas time and during the year. Domenico Zipoli (1688–1726) was an Italian composer from the Baroque period who worked in Peru as a missionary.

This gentle cantabile was composed in a "singing" style, imitating the human voice. Benedetto Giacomo Marcello (1686-1739) was an Italian composer and teacher. His father wanted him to be a lawyer, so he devoted himself both to public service and music.

This Pastorale has its origins in the shepherds who improvised melodies on their flutes. Originally, these were done around Christmas time, but are now also used around the year. Marco Lamperini (c. 1765-1819) was an Italian composer and conductor.

This gentle Pastorale is a style of music which has its origins in the shepherds who came from the mountains to the cities and improvised melodies on their flutes. Originally, these were done around Christmas time, but are also used around the year.

Franz Anton Hugl (1706-1745) was a German organist, conductor and composer. The “Aria Siciliana” was a form of music used by composers to remind the listener or a calm nature setting, like a pastorale.

César Franck (1822-1890) was a French Romantic composer, teacher and church organist. The “Melodie” is one the many pieces that he wrote for instruments. He also wrote choral music, operas and songs for voice.

“Largo,” is a famous piece by George F. Handel, (1685-1759), known for it's calm atmosphere. George F. Handel was a German-British Baroque composer well known for his choral and instrumental music, including “The Messiah.”

Jacques Chambonnières (c. 1601/2 – 1672) was a French harpsichordist and composer. Born into a musical family, he was also influential among other French musicians, including the Couperin family. The “Air” comes from his music for harpsichord.

Charles Wesley, Jr. (1757-1834) was an English organist and composer. His father, Charles Wesley, wrote the words to around 6,500 hymns. The music for mediation is “Pastorale.”

Music for Meditation, Dialogue from Suite II Pièces d'Orgue pour le Magnificat (Jean Adam Guilain: 1680-1739). "For He who is mighty has done great things for me, and holy is His name." Luke 1:49 (NKJV)

Music for Meditation,Basse de Trompette from Suite II "Magnificat" (Jean Adam Guilain:1680-1739)."He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.He has put down the mighty from their thrones,and exalted the lowly."Luke 1:51,52(NKJV)

Music for Meditation, Trio de flutes from Suite II Pièces d'Orgue pour le Magnificat (Jean Adam Guilain: 1680-1739). "For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant; For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed." Luke 1:48 (NKJV)