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Alma redemptoris mater
Staff Notation • Sacred, Antiphons
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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.
SSATBB|SSATBarB · Mick Swithinbank
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Alma redemptoris mater by Anton Holzner — Lyrics
Alma Redemptoris Mater, quae pervia caeli porta manes,
et stella maris, succurre cadenti surgere qui curat populo:
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About Alma redemptoris mater
Anton Holzner’s setting of Alma redemptoris mater unfolds with a rich SSATBB texture, showcasing a dynamic interplay between the vocal lines. The composer’s musical language thoughtfully mirrors the solemnity and devotional weight of the Marian antiphon. Holzner crafts moments of both grandeur and intimate reflection, drawing the listener into the text’s plea for divine assistance. The polyphony develops organically, with voices entering and receding, creating a sense of spaciousness and depth. This sacred work is a profound musical meditation on Mary, the mother of the Redeemer, the 'star of the sea,' and her role as intercessor for humanity.
