This edition was prepared by Barry Johnston — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Alexandria
Staff Notation • Sacred, Set pieces
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSTB · Barry Johnston
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Alexandria by Alexander Gillet — Lyrics
In finem. Intellectus filiis Core.
Quemadmodum desiderat cervus ad fontes aquarum, ita desiderat anima mea ad te, Deus.
Sitivit anima mea ad Deum fortem, vivum; quando veniam et apparebo ante faciem Dei?
Fuerunt mihi lacrimae meae panis die ac nocte, dum dicitur mihi quotidie: Ubi est Deus tuus?
Haec recordatus sum, et effudi in me animam meam, quoniam transibo in locum tabernaculi admirabilis, usque ad domum Dei, in voce exsultationis et confessionis sonus epulantis.
Quare tristis es, anima mea? et quare conturbas me? Spera in Deo, quoniam adhuc confitebor illi, salutare vultus mei,
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About Alexandria
Alexander Gillet's Alexandria is a sacred work for SSTB choir. The text is a setting of Latin liturgical verses, interspersed with English translations. The music moves from introspective supplication to triumphant praise, reflecting the text's journey from a soul thirsting for God to finding solace and hope. The composer's setting captures the profound longing and ultimate joy expressed in the words, making it a powerful piece for reflection and devotion. The blend of languages offers accessibility to a wider audience while retaining the gravitas of the original Latin. This piece offers a rich choral experience, exploring deep spiritual themes through expressive vocal writing.
