Catalogue of Bach’s Vocal Works
Matthew Passion. First performed, 1729. English edition, Novello.
St John Passion. Probably written at Cöthen, and much altered before it received its present form. English edition, published by Novello.
St Luke Passion. Of doubtful authenticity. English edition, Novello.
Mass in B minor.
„ F.
„ A. Written in 1737. Partly borrowed from other works.
Mass in G minor.}
„ G major.} Adapted from cantatas.
These four “Missæ breves” contain the Kyrie and Gloria, the only part of the Mass retained in the Lutheran Service in Latin.
Magnificat in D. Written for the Christmas Festival at St Thomas’ Church, and sung at vespers after the sermon. Edition with English words, Novello. It is for five voices, three trumpets, two flutes, two oboes, strings and organ.
Sanctus in C. }
„ D. } Sung after the morning sermon, as an introduction to the Communion Service.
„ D minor.}
„ G. }