Es ist ein Ros’ entsprungen
Staff Notation • Sacred, Christmas
19 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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About Es ist ein Ros’ entsprungen
Michael Praetorius's arrangement of the German carol Es ist ein Ros’ entsprungen unfolds with a serene and tender beauty. The composer masterfully crafts a rich, polyphonic texture for SATB choir, where the voices weave together in intricate yet clear lines. This sacred Christmas motet, originally in German, has resonated through the centuries, inspiring arrangements and translations into numerous languages including Spanish, English, French, Swedish, Latin, and Danish. Its enduring popularity lies in its profound yet simple expression of the Christmas message, evoking a sense of quiet awe and gentle devotion that perfectly captures the spirit of the season.