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Herr Gott, himmlischer Vater
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSAT · Gerhard Weydt
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Herr Gott, himmlischer Vater by Jacob Meiland — Lyrics
Herr Gott, himmlischer Vater,
gesegne uns und diese deine Gaben,
die wir von deiner milden Güte
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About Herr Gott, himmlischer Vater
Jacob Meiland’s sacred motet Herr Gott, himmlischer Vater is for SSAT choir. Sung in German, it is a devotional prayer for blessing upon the food received from God’s bounty, asking for grace through Jesus Christ. This is a beautiful example of Renaissance part-music, suitable for services or concerts where a reflective and devotional mood is desired. The four-part writing offers a rich yet accessible texture for choirs seeking to expand their repertoire of German sacred motets from this period. Its earnest plea for divine favour makes it a fitting choice for moments of congregational or personal reflection.
