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Lobet den Herrn (BWV 230)

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Did Bach write this? Many think not. It's brilliant nonetheless! We get into a talk about aspects of this motet which would or would not be hallmarks of Johann Sebastian. BWV 230 as performed by the Netherlands Bach Society

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