The model for this edition comes from a collection of psalms by the Venetian master Benedetto Marcello. In order to make the vital movement accessible to the choirs of the upper voices in 3/8 time in this country, the non-textualised bass voice was suspended, an instrumental foreplay, an interlude and a postlude were added and the Italian text translated into German. The two equal vocal voices announce in a lively dialogue of trust in the Lord, who sets the paths and consolidates the steps. A distinctive piece of exuberant Italian baroque music that can be sung by children's and women's choirs alike on a wide variety of occasions.
