Chorale Prelude on ‘Gott lebet noch!’, Op. 33 — Egbert Juffer

This powerful Chorale Prelude by Dutch-British composer Egbert Juffer is based on the Lutheran Chorale 'Gott lebet noch! Seele, was verzagst du doch?'. Written on April 28th/29th, 2023, it sets the Chorale in a vigorous 'Andante con anima', supported by bold harmonic textures and colourful reed registrations. A stirring Prelude that works equally well as a festive introduction in worship or a concert recital piece.

Why you’ll love it:

Energetic character – The Chorale is presented in strong, confident phrases, underscored by rhythmically charged accompaniment.

Dramatic colours – Detailed registration directions call for a wide palette: Principals, mixtures, reeds and chamades, giving the work a festive brilliance.

Clear engraving – 2 pages of music notation and 1 page of manual and registration directions presented within a 6-page publication, laid out cleanly with phrasing and manual-change cues.

Upper-intermediate challenge – Suitable for organists at around UK Grade 6, with its lively tempo, stop management, and rhythmic drive. Performance time is about 2 minutes.

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 ‘Gott lebet noch!’, Op. 33 — 6 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.: EJMP03037.

Add sheet music of this jubilant Chorale Prelude by Egbert Juffer to your repertoire and let its bold harmonies and festive brilliance enrich your service or recital programmes.