Partita on “Herzliebster Jesu” (2023)

Carson Cooman (b. 1982) — Partita on “Herzliebster Jesu” (2023) for organ

Partita on “Herzliebster Jesu” (2023) is dedicated to Ralph Looij. It is a set of five variations on Johann Crüger’s classic Lenten/Passiontide hymn, appearing in English usually with the text “Ah, Holy Jesus, how hast thou offended.” In the typical manner, the variations present contrasting approaches to the chorale melody: the first, in three voices with a moving bass; the second, in three part retrograde canon; the third, in loose canon in two modes and speeds simultaneously; the fourth, under an ostinato rhythm; and the fifth, in chorale rhythm with a new harmonization.

Published by SMP Press

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