Paul Gerhardt

Paul Gerhardt

Musician · Germany · 1607–1676

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He is considered Germany's greatest hymn writer, with many of his hymns still included in modern hymnals.

His hymns were featured in the album 'Paul Gerhardt: Die schönsten Choräle', performed by the Bach-Chor Siegen.

Paul Gerhardt is recognized as a 17th-century hymn writer, renowned for his contributions to Lutheran music.

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Discography

Albums
Paul Gerhardt: Die schönsten Choräle (Bach-Chor Siegen feat. conductor: Ulrich Stötzel)Paul Gerhardt: Die schönsten Choräle (Bach-Chor Siegen feat. conductor: Ulrich Stötzel)2007

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Die großen Choräle und Geistlichen LiederDie großen Choräle und Geistlichen Lieder2006

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Died

1676-05-27

Born

1607-03-12

Country

DE

Identifiers & aliases

Also known as: P.Gerhardts

ISNI

0000000121187087

Description

German Lutheran theologian and hymn writer (1607-1676)

Disambiguation

17th century hymn writer

Extract from Wikipedia

Paulus or Paul Gerhardt was a German theologian, Lutheran pastor and hymnodist, considered Germany's greatest hymn writer. His songs and hymns were published in contemporary hymnals such as Praxis pietatis melica, and are still part of modern hymnals. Hymn stanzas by him feature prominently in Bach's Passions and the Christmas Oratorio.

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