For soloists (SSATTBB), mixed chorus (SATB), and orchestra. Figured bass unrealized. Facsimile reproduced from holograph. Preface and critical commentary in English. Includes bibliographical references. Includes facsimile of autograph score (reproduced from score in the Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin--Preussischer Kulturbesitz, Musikabtelung mit Mendelssohn Archiv, SA 32), pages 101-122.
Summary:
Based on the 1777 St. Matthew passion (H 790), the music is primarily by C.P.E. Bach, with the exception of three choruses which may have been written by C.P.E. Bach, and four chorales by J.S. Bach (BWV 244/25, 153/5, 244/3, 244/54); first performed during Lent 1785.
Series:
The complete works / Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach. Series IV: Oratorios and passions ; volume 4.5 Bach, Carl Philipp Emanuel, 1714-1788. Works. 2005 ; ser. IV, v. 4.5.
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