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Apparebit in finem
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.
SATTB · David Fraser
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Apparebit in finem by William Byrd — Lyrics
Apparebit in finem, et non mentietur: si moram fecerit, exspecta eum, quia veniens veniet et non tardabit
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About Apparebit in finem
William Byrd's motet Apparebit in finem is a powerful setting of a text from the Book of Habakkuk. Sung in Latin, this sacred work is scored for SATTB voices. The text itself speaks of patience and faith, urging the listener to wait for divine intervention, for it will surely come without delay. Byrd masterfully crafts the musical lines to reflect the solemnity and expectant nature of the words. This motet offers a profound musical experience, suited for a choir seeking to explore the rich tradition of English Renaissance sacred polyphony. Its contrapuntal richness and emotional depth make it a compelling choice for performance.
