Michael Penkuhn-Wasserthal

Einer trägt das Kreuz allein

With "Einer trägt das Kreuz allein" (One Carries the Cross Alone), composer Michael Penkuhn-Wasserthal and author Eckart Bücken have created a deeply moving German gospel passion. The work compellingly blends the traditional Passion narrative with the vibrant rhythms, expressive harmonies, and emotional depth of gospel music. Scored for choir, soloists, piano, and saxophone—along with optional drums and electric bass—this composition radiates a unique musical and spiritual resonance.

This individual part edition, published by Strube Verlag, features the saxophone part. Delivering warm, expressive melodic lines and soulful, jazzy accents, the saxophone gives this passion setting its distinctive character and provides brilliant musical highlights. An indispensable sheet music edition for saxophonists eager to enrich this impressive choral work.