4-Part Chorale for Matthew Chapter 9

Movement 1: Compassion and Healing

The movement focuses on Jesus' acts of compassion and healing, utilizing soft flowing lines and warm harmonies to depict restoration and peace.

Movement 2: Faith and Transformation

Centering on faith and transformation, this section uses a key change and interweaving melodies to symbolize the intertwining of faith and action.

Movement 3: Doubt and Criticism

This movement explores the conflict with dissonant harmonies and a starker texture to highlight the tension between Jesus and the Pharisees.

Movement 4: Reflection and Purpose

The final movement is reflective, with slower tempo and expansive harmonies, concluding with a strong, affirmative cadence to underline hope.