Consists of 29 graded vocal solos and duets taken principally from the sacred cantatas, also including some from the secular cantatas, the St. Matthew Passion, and the Christmas Oratorio; all are performable with continuo, and as appropriate, 1-3 additional instruments. Preceded by extensive commentary including an index to the composer's vocal works with "chamber" instrumentation.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 17).
Contents
Apologia -- Performance practice in the time of J.S. Bach -- The repertoire index -- The music.