Chorale Prelude on ‘Selig, wer an Jesum denkt’, Op. 31 — Egbert Juffer

This tender Chorale Prelude by Dutch-British composer Egbert Juffer is based on the Lutheran Chorale 'Selig, wer an Jesum denkt'. Written on April 2nd, 2023, it unfolds as a gentle Larghetto, with the Chorale melody expressed in flowing phrases over a motific accompaniment. Subtle registration brings out the warmth of the setting, making it ideal for meditative moments in worship or recital.

Why you’ll love it:

Gentle setting – The melody appears clearly and gracefully, shaped by a calm Larghetto pace, in a two-part setting for manuals only.

Subtle registration – Suggested stop: Man. I Flûte Harmonique 8′, lending a warm and singing tone.

Compact format – 1 pages of music notation presented within a 4-page publication, neatly engraved with phrasing and registration directions.

Intermediate accessibility – Suitable for organists at around UK Grade 4, the piece runs about 1–1½ minutes, depending on tempo and expressive treatment.

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 ‘Selig, wer an Jesum denkt’, Op. 31 — 4 pages in total (1 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.: EJMP03035.

Add sheet music of this intimate Chorale Prelude by Egbert Juffer to your repertoire and let its flowing simplicity enhance worship or recital settings.