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Martin Luther: Hymns, Ballads, Chants, Truth (CD)
A complete recording of all the hymns, ballads, and chants composed or authored by Martin Luther.
Martin Luther: Hymns, Ballads, Chants, Truth
This monumental recording project presents, for the first time, a complete recording of all the hymns, ballads, and chants composed or authored by Martin Luther. This four-CD set provides numerous vocal and instrumental settings combining Renaissance, Baroque, and modern instruments.
Many hymns are preceded by preludes composed by significant historic and contemporary composers. All texts are sung in English by a choral ensemble noted for vocal clarity. Historic narrative is provided, quoting Martin Luther concerning music, worship, and liturgy.
A 64-page booklet presents each hymn text and brief comments concerning the history of the music and text. Durable packaging keeps CDs safe in shipment, so you can send a set to each of your friends. The set contains 39 tracks.
Download the 64-page booklet to view lyrics and more.
Color Version - view only (832KB)
Black and White Version - printable (118KB)
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Collection Content | 1. All Glory Be to God Alone; 1. Dear Christians, One and All, Rejoice; 1. Ein Feste Burg; 1. Now Praise We Christ the Holy One; 2. From Heaven Came the Angels Bright; 2. God the Father, Be Our Stay; 2. Grant Peace, We Pray in Mercy, Lord; 2. These Are the Holy Ten Commands; 3. Come, God Creator, Holy Ghost; 3. O Lord, Look Down from Heaven, Behold; 3. This Body in the Grave We Lay; 3. We All Believe in One True God; 4. A New Song Now Shall Be Begun; 4. Isaiah, Mighty Seer, in Days of Old; 4. To You We Pray, God the Holy Ghost; 4. Why Would Foe Herod and His Horde; 5. Christ Jesus Lay in Death's Strong Bands; 5. From Depths of Woe I Cry to Thee; 5. Our Father, Who from Heaven Above; 5. The Unwise Tongue of Man May Say; 6. Come Holy Ghost; 6. Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word; 6. My Bride, the Church, Is Dear to Me; 6. True God from All Eternity; 7. From Heaven Above to Earth I Come; 7. Happy Who in God's Fear Doth Stay; 7. Jesus Christ, Our Mighty King; 7. May God Bestow on Us His Grace; 8. I Shall Not Die; 8. If God Were Not Beside Us Now; 8. Lord God, We Sing Your Praise; 8. To Jordan Came the Christ Our Lord; 9. A Mighty Fortress Is Our God; 9. In Peace and Joy I Now Depart; 9. In the Very Midst of Life; 9. You Want to Live Your Life Aright; 10. O Lord, We Praise Thee; 10. Savior of the Nations, Come; 10. We Praise, O Christ, Your Holy Name; CD1; CD2; CD3; CD4 |
Authors | David A. Johnson |
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