My Only Comfort
Subtitle: Death, Deliverance, and Discipleship in the Music of Bach (Calvin Institute of Christian Worship Liturgical Studies Series)
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Published: March 2000
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 241
ISBN-13: 9780802844729
Subjects: Christian theology; Classical music (c 1750 to c 1830); Composers & musicians; Personal Christian testimony & popular inspirational works; Music Of The 18th Century; History & Criticism - General; Theology (General); Religion; Music/Songbooks; Music; Lutheran Church; Inspirational - General; Genres & Styles - Classical; Instruction & Study - Theory; 18th century; Inspirational; Vocal music; 1685-1750; 1685-1750.; Bach, Johann Sebastian,; Church music
First sentence: According to the Catechism, in order for me "to live and die in the joy of this comfort," I must first know "how great my sin and misery are."
Description: "In the history of Western music, J. S. Bach is unsurpassed in mastery of technique and profundity of thought. He was also a devout Lutheran with a broad knowledge of Scripture and theology. Given Bach's combination of musical prowess, personal devotion, and theological depth, it is not surprising that his music stands unexcelled among artistic expressions of the Christian faith. With the passage of time, however, many of the essential keys to understanding Bach's music have been lost.

My Only Comfort uniquely reconnects modern listeners with Bach's music, enabling them to listen to Bach with renewed understanding and appreciation."--BOOK JACKET.