Brahms Requiem Discussion - First Movement 

Fascinating, thank you!

I've really liked these lectures so far, but as a reformed Christian I think it's important to note that Luther's most important and heartfelt contribution to the church other than putting the Bible back in the hands of the congregation is reviving belief in the gospel that is not by works, but by faith alone. I'm sure a German "work ethic" would bare little importance to him compared to the work-less gospel of free salvation through the merits of Christ alone.

The music in the beginning is taken from the last movement.

That was a good video from Denmark, but after it got tons of views it disappeared.

All the singers were off book, but not a single orchestra member.