This timeless melody by Hans Leo Hassler (1564-1612), is now chiefly remembered because of its inclusion in J S Bach’s St. Matthew Passion, (hence its title) where it is treated to a variety of rich harmonisations. It is mostly sung to Paulus Gerhardt’s words, O Sacred head! sore wounded.This setting features the flugel and horns, who first play a lyrical descant to the famous hymn tune and then the melody itself, against a Bach-like obbligato in the accompaniment.
| Genres | Choral |
| Level | 2 |
| Series | Debut Series (Anglo) |
| Publisher | Anglo Music Press |
| Contributors | Leo Hassler, Hans(Composer) Sparke, Philip(Arranger) |
| Language | Dutch, English, French, German |
| ISMN | 9790570297641 |