Download or read book The Sacred Choral Music of J.S. Bach written by John Butt and published by Paraclete Press (MA). This book was released on 1997 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sacred choral works of J.S. Bach have long been considered among the greatest masterpieces in music. Choir directors and singers need a comprehensive, yet accessible guide that encourages musicians at all levels of ability in the performance of these works, whether in the church or concert. This handbook presents a wealth of information including chapters on Bach's theology, chorales, and ornamentation, as well as a selected and annoted bibliography. It will be an inspiration to the scholarship and practical advice on the performance of sacred choral music of Bach.