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Ad Dominum cum tribularer
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ad Dominum cum tribularer by William Byrd — Lyrics
Canticum graduum. Ad Dominum cum tribularer clamavi, et exaudivit me.
Domine, libera animam meam a labiis iniquis et a lingua dolosa.
Quid detur tibi, aut quid apponatur tibi ad linguam dolosam?
Sagittae potentis acutae, cum carbonibus desolatoriis.
Heu mihi, quia incolatus meus prolongatus est! habitavi cum habitantibus
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About Ad Dominum cum tribularer
William Byrd's Ad Dominum cum tribularer is a richly textured motet for double choir (SSAATTBB). The Latin text, drawn from Psalm 120, offers a plea for deliverance from deceitful tongues and unjust adversaries. Its musical setting reflects the distress and yearning of the psalmist, with Byrd employing the full resources of his eight-part writing to convey a sense of both vulnerability and unwavering faith. This motet would be particularly fitting for services during Lent or other penitential seasons, providing a profound devotional experience for both choir and congregation. The intricate interplay between the two choirs allows for dramatic contrasts and moments of sublime unity, making it a powerful addition to any sacred repertoire.
