Dietrich Buxtehude › BuxWV 220

Von Gott will ich nicht lassen

BuxWV 220 · A minor · first pub. 1875-76 · Orgel

DänemarkZweite Hälfte 17. JahrhundertOrgelmusik

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Historical context

BuxWV 220 is a composition for organ by Dietrich Buxtehude, one of his later works from around 1700. This piece, though specific details are limited, contributes to Buxtehude's extensive body of organ music, which often showcases complex counterpoint and expressive tonalities characteristic of the Baroque era. The first published edition appeared in 1875-76, providing modern performers with access to this significant work from a pivotal period in Buxtehude’s career.

Structure

1 chorale prelude

Further reading

Listen (synthesised)

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