Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 184

Ein feste Burg ist unser Gott

BuxWV 184 · C major · first pub. 1875-76 · Orgel

DänemarkZweite Hälfte 17. JahrhundertOrgelmusik

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Historical context

BuxWV 184 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, one of his later works from around 1700. This piece, though specific details are limited, showcases Buxtehude's late style characterized by intricate counterpoint and expressive melodic lines. First published in 1875-76, it represents a testament to the composer’s enduring influence on Baroque organ music.

Structure

1 chorale prelude

Further reading

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IMSLP790977-PMLP504775-BuxWV184o.mid

IMSLP790980-PMLP504775-BuxWV184r.mid