This edition was prepared by Éric Leroy — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Alle psallite cum luya
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Alle psallite cum luya by Anonymous — Lyrics
Alle (psallite cum) luya
Alle (concrepando psallite cum) luya
Alle (corde voto Deo toto, psallite cum) luya
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About Alle psallite cum luya
This is a vibrant 13th-century motet for three equal voices, setting a Latin text of praise. The repetitive "Alleluya" sections, interspersed with "psallite cum luya" (sing with joy), create a mood of ecstatic celebration. The composer is unknown, but the work belongs to a rich tradition of sacred polyphony from the medieval period. The text calls for joyous singing and offers praise to God with a devoted heart. The piece is a fine example of the energy and directness found in much medieval sacred music, making it an engaging choice for choirs looking to explore this repertoire.
