Michael Praetorius

Weihnachtschoräle (Musae Sioniae, 1609)

Bring the festive splendour of the Renaissance to your holiday season! This collection of 'Christmas Chorales' from Michael Praetorius' renowned monumental work Musae Sioniae (Volume VI, Wolfenbüttel 1609) presents timelessly beautiful sacred music for the festive period. Published by Pan Verlag, this carefully curated sheet music edition offers exceptional flexibility: it can be performed by four vocal parts as well as by a four-part instrumental ensemble (such as recorders, strings, or brass). Thanks to its easy difficulty level, it is ideally suited for choirs, chamber ensembles, home music-making, and festive church services throughout Advent and Christmas. As a special highlight, selected hymns are included in two charming versions to provide delightful musical variety. An indispensable treasure for an atmospheric Christmas repertoire!