Gott der Hoffnung erfülle euch: Cantata for Whit Sunday, Piano Reduction

In 1717 Telemann composed his cantata  Gott der Hoffnung erfülle euch for the first day of Whitsun based on a text by Erdmann Neumeister. It forms part of the  Concerten-Jahrgang , also known as  Das Harmonische Zion or  Italienischer Jahrgang where all the cantatas are conceived as concertos for vocal and instrumental parts and have been colourfully scored. This particular work includes two oboes, two Corni da Caccia and strings. Vocal soloists, choir and instruments alternate and have equal musical standing in this festive Whitsun cantata which provides a valuable addition to the church service or concert repertoire.