Dietrich Buxtehude

Jesu meines Lebens Leben, BuxWV 62

Dieterich Buxtehude's poignant Passion cantata 'Jesu meines Lebens Leben' (BuxWV 62) is one of the most touching masterpieces of the North German Baroque. With its meditative depth and warm melodic lines, this aria moves performers and audiences alike. The piece is distinguished by its flexible performance options: the vocal parts (SATB) can be performed either by soloists or a mixed choir, accompanied by flute, strings, and basso continuo.

This edition from the renowned Edition Merseburger, edited by Dietrich Kilian, provides the reliable single part for Violoncello and Basso Continuo. Serving as the musical foundation, this bass part brings harmonic depth and expressive strength to the entire ensemble—an indispensable score for sacred concerts, Passion services, and ambitious ensembles.