The Bach Zion hört die Wächter singen for trombone ensemble arrangement by Aron Simon brings one of Bach’s most beloved chorales to life for trombone octet. Known in English as Zion Hears the Watchmen’s Voices, it is the 4th movement of the cantata Wachet auf, ruft uns die Stimme (Awake, calls the voice to us), regarded as one of Bach’s most mature and popular church cantatas.
This trombone ensemble arrangement by Aron Simon was created for the Szeged Trombone Ensemble, scored for a trombone octet with rich harmonies and flowing counterpoint that suit the warm, vocal character of the instrument family.
The original chorale melody is beautifully sustained, while the inner voices weave intricate counterpoint beneath. This arrangement preserves the liturgical grace of the original while projecting the grandeur and depth unique to a large trombone choir.
Ideal for church services, sacred concerts, or academic recitals, this setting works equally well in reverberant sanctuaries and in the concert hall. The Bach Zion hört die Wächter singen for trombone ensemble edition includes a full score and parts, engraved to Saker Music Company’s professional standards for clarity and ease of use.
Performers will enjoy the sustained phrasing challenges, balance between chorale and counterpoint, and the opportunity to express one of Bach’s most moving chorales in a new instrumental color. Whether performed in a reverberant church or a concert hall, this arrangement offers depth, warmth, and a direct connection to Bach’s spiritual and musical vision.
This is a perfect choice for ensembles seeking meaningful sacred repertoire that resonates with both musicians and audiences.
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