Ave o Maria

Mariano Garau’s Ave o Maria is a setting for SAB voices of a sacred Latin text which also incorporates Italian. The opening lines, "Have gratia plena, Dominus tecum; benedicta tu in mulieribus et benedictus fructus ventris tui," form part of the traditional Hail Mary prayer. The composer’s setting is likely to reflect the devotional nature of the text, offering a moment of reflection and praise. This sacred work, presented in a straightforward SAB voicing, is suitable for choirs looking to expand their repertoire with devotional music in a classical style. The blend of Latin and Italian in the text adds a unique linguistic dimension to this choral offering.