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Alma Redemptoris mater - Ave Regina caelorum
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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.
SATB · Pothárn Imre
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Alma Redemptoris mater - Ave Regina caelorum by Josquin des Prez — 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 - Ave Regina caelorum
This setting of the beloved Marian antiphon Alma Redemptoris Mater, here combined with the Ave Regina caelorum, is a profound expression of devotion. Josquin des Prez’s SATB setting captures the text's plea for the 'Mother of the Redeemer,' the 'gate of heaven' and 'star of the sea,' to aid humanity. The music reflects the text's imagery of nature's wonder at the virgin birth and the angelic greeting, imploring mercy for sinners. This sacred motet showcases the composer's mastery in weaving rich choral textures to convey deep spiritual feeling, offering a powerful devotional experience for choirs and listeners alike.
