Johann Sebastian Bach

Jesu bleibet meine Freude

Johann Sebastian Bach's world-famous chorale "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" from Cantata BWV 147 has enchanted audiences for centuries with its buoyant lightness and profound emotional serenity. In this masterful arrangement by Wolfgang Portugall, edited by Egbert Lewark, this timeless masterpiece unfolds its unique radiance within a woodwind ensemble setting. The warm, colorful timbres of the wind instruments lend the flowing triplet melodies an unmistakable grace and festive grandeur. Published by the renowned Edition Merseburger, this practical edition includes the complete score and parts for your ensemble. Whether for festive concerts, church services, weddings, or refined chamber music making—enrich your repertoire with this enduring pinnacle of Baroque artistry!