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Angelus Domini a 7
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Angelus Domini a 7 by Tiburtio Massaino — Lyrics
Angelus enim[autem] Domini descendit de coelo, et accedens revolvit lapidem,
et super eum sedit.
Et dixit mulieribus: Nolite timere: scio enim quia crucifixum quaeritis:
Iam surrexit: venite, et videte locum, ubi positus erat Dominus.
Alleluja.
Et introeuntes in monumentum, viderunt juvenem sedentem in dextris
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About Angelus Domini a 7
The angel's announcement of the Resurrection to the women at the tomb is powerfully conveyed in this motet for seven voices (SSAATTB). The text, a passage from Matthew's Gospel, describes the angel's reassuring words, 'Do not be afraid; I know that you are looking for Jesus who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.' Massaino's setting masterfully captures the awe and wonder of this momentous event, contrasting moments of quiet reflection with exultant Alleluias. The extended voicing allows for rich harmonic possibilities and a dramatic unfolding of the narrative, making this a compelling choice for a skilled choir.
