Bach_christmas_oratorio.part3.rar -

: Reused from Bach's secular cantata BWV 214 .

: Unlike the other five cantatas, Part III ends by repeating its opening chorus , creating a festive "frame" that celebrates the completion of the three-day Christmas festival. Musical Structure Bach_Christmas_Oratorio.part3.rar

While Part I focuses on the birth of Jesus and Part II on the announcement to the shepherds, Part III concludes the "first cycle" by bringing these groups together in Bethlehem. : Reused from Bach's secular cantata BWV 214