Chorale Prelude on ‘Jesu, meines Glaubens Zier’, Op. 27 — Egbert Juffer

This vibrant Chorale Prelude by Dutch-British composer Egbert Juffer is based on the Lutheran Passion Chorale 'Jesu, meines Glaubens Zier' (also known in English as 'It is finished! Christ hath known'). Written on January 4th, it is marked 'Andante e con spirito' and sets the Chorale melody boldly above a rhythmically energetic accompaniment. Using powerful registrations and a lively rhythmic drive, it makes for a stirring introduction in liturgy or a festive concert item.

Why you’ll love it:

Spirited setting – A confident Andante e con spirito treatment of the Chorale, marked by rhythmic vitality and strong character.

Festive registrations – Suggested stops: Man. I Principals 8′ 4′ 2′ with Trumpets 16′ 8′; Man. II Principals 8′ 4′ 2′ with Trumpet 8′; Pedal Bourdons 32′ 16′ 8′ and Bassoon 16′, with II to Pedal coupling.

Compact engraving – 2 pages of music notation presented within a 5-page publication, cleanly engraved with registration and phrasing cues.

Upper-intermediate challenge – Suitable for players around UK Grade 6, this prelude runs about 2–2½ minutes, offering a concise but spirited option for service or recital.

About the composer:

Egbert Juffer (b. 1991) holds multiple diplomas in composition and theory (LLCM, LVCM, AMusLCM) and has quickly earned a reputation for vibrant, audience-friendly organ works released through EJ Music Publishing Ltd.

Publication details:

Chorale Prelude on ‘Jesu, meines Glaubens Zier’, Op. 27 — 5 pages in total (2 pages of music notation), organ score in PDF format. © 2023 EJ Music Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved; purchase licenses you to play from the copy but not to reproduce or distribute it. Catalogue No.: EJMP03031.

Add sheet music of this lively Chorale Prelude by Egbert Juffer to your repertoire and let its rhythmic vitality and festive tone enrich your worship or recital programmes.