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Canons: Why Did Bach Write Them? - http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~tas3/whycanon.html
Essay concludes that canonic processes may have held profound theological significance for the composer. |
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Meaningfulness in Bach's Cyclical Works - http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~tas3/intentional.html
This article examines pattern and meaning in the canons and other parts of the composers' works, both sacred and secular. Includes VCD sound. |
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Bach Bibliography - http://www.npj.com/bach/bb-complex.html
Complex engine by Yo Tomita allows search by keyword, musical type, language, publication type, and aspect of discussion, including general, historical, biographical, manuscript, and religious. |
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Bach and Dürer: Passion Music and Imagery - http://www.bc.edu/bc_org/avp/cas/ashp/oconnor/freedom/pcpage.html
Series of woodcuts matched with selections from the St. Matthew Passion. Includes scenes from late in the life of Christ, his suffering, death, burial. |
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Bach and Today's Theologians - http://theologytoday.ptsem.edu/jul1985/v42-2-criticscorner1.htm
States that Bach's liturgical accomplishments include not proof-texting, but presenting the Scriptures in a straightforward manner so they might reveal themselves as God intended. |
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An Evangelical Musical Genius: "J. S. B.: S. D. G." - http://www.faithalone.org/journal/1996i/Farstad.html
Evaluation of Bach's overt Christianity, Lutheran heritage, and commitment to Reformation doctrine. |
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Fugue No. 4: C-Sharp Minor - http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/~tas3/wtc/i04.html
Theological connotations of the piece from the Well-Tempered Clavier Book I with an analysis and performance in Shockwave format. From Sojourn by Timothy A. Smith. |
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When Did Bach Find Time to Pray? - http://www.adoremus.org/11-00-mattingly.html
Brief examination of the gematria, or number patterns in his compositions, suggesting that their careful placement was part of his prayer and meditation. |
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J. S. Bach: Orthodox Lutheran Theologian - http://www.xrysostom.com/bach.html
A brief study his theology, examining whether he was an Orthodox Lutheran, a Pietist, or a Rationalist. Includes endnotes, annotated bibliography, and a brief time line. |
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The Greatest Lutheran Composer - http://www.suite101.com/article.cfm/lutheranism/36968
A tribute to Bach and his contributions to church music by James Sucha. |
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Bach: The Fifth Evangelist - http://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2000/130/52.0.html
Emphasizes the religious education and theological understanding of the composer as a means of understanding and appreciating his compositions. |
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Bach, the Evangelist - http://www.abc.net.au/rn/relig/enc/stories/s202902.htm
Text of radio play featuring the composer with contributions from Michael Merissen, Robin Leaver, and John Kleinig, with references to various compositions as his music and theology are examined. |
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Table Talk: What Language Shall I Borrow To Thank You, Dearest Friend? - http://www.lmsusa.org/tt-08-00.htm
Lutheran Ministerium and Synod of the United States newsletter includes article on the religious works of Bach. |
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J.S. Bach in Japan - http://www.firstthings.com/article.php3?id_article=2628
Uwe Siemon-Netto makes claims that the composer's religious music is evangelizing Japan and preparing hearers for Christianity. |
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Coming to Fresh Terms with the Sacred in Bach - http://www.bsherman.org/SuzukTimes.htm
Masaaki Suzuki's planned recording of the entire Bach canon brings focus to an examination on the necessity of being Christian to sing, play, or appreciate the composer's music, especially sacred works. |