Chorale Prelude on ‘Jesus, unser Trost und Leben’, Op. 32 — Egbert Juffer

This warm Chorale Prelude by Dutch-British composer Egbert Juffer is based on the Lutheran Chorale 'Jesus, unser Trost und Leben'. Written on April 15th/16th 2023, it unfolds as a lyrical 'Andante e espressivo' with the melody carried in long lines above supportive harmonic textures. Gentle registration colours underline the meditative character, making it a fitting piece for reflective service use or recital programming.

Why you’ll love it:

Expressive setting – A clear presentation of the Chorale in B♭ major, shaped with lyrical phrasing and smooth harmonic support.

Refined registration – Suggested colours include Gedackt 8′, Flute 8′ with mutations (2 2/3′, 1 1/3′), and Cornet V 8′, with manual to pedal coupling for balance.

Compact format – 2 pages of music notation presented within a 5-page publication, neatly typeset with phrasing and registration cues.

Intermediate accessibility – Suitable for players at around UK Grade 4–5, the piece runs about 1½–2 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 ‘Jesus, unser Trost und Leben’, Op. 32 — 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.: EJMP03036.

Add sheet music of this expressive Chorale Prelude by Egbert Juffer to your repertoire and let its lyrical clarity and gentle colours enhance your worship or concert programming.