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Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring (from Cantata No. 147) by Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750). Arranged by E. Power Biggs. For Organ. Masterworks; Organ Solo. H.W. Gray Saint Cecilia Series. Baroque; Masterwork Arrangement. Late Intermediate. Sheet. 10 pages. Published by Alfred Music Publishing (AP.GSTC00700).
The Saint Cecilia Organ Library sets the standard in recital-quality church organ music. The series consists of hymn tunes, transcriptions of classical masterworks, and new original works for the organ.
saxman
Location: from Texas
Difficulty Level:
Intermediate/advanced
August 3, 2008
Beautiful Arrangement of a Classic Piece
There are many arrangements of Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" but few can compare to the beauty of this one by Biggs. The addition of inner voices to the obligato are much more representative of the original orchestration. The added challenge of Bigg's rendition is well worth the effort....
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