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Beatam me dicent II
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Beatam me dicent II by Francisco Valls — Lyrics
;Vulgate
Magnificat, anima mea, Dominum
et exultavit spiritus meus in Deo, salutari meo.
Quia respexit humilitatem ancillæ suæ:
ecce enim ex hoc beatam me dicent omnes generationes.
Quia fecit mihi magna, qui potens est, et sanctum nomen eius,
et misericordia eius a progenie in progenies timentibus eum.
Fecit potentiam in brachio suo,
dispersit superbos mente cordis sui.
Deposuit potentes de sede et exaltavit humiles;
esurientes implevit bonis et divites dimisit inanes.
Suscepit Israel puerum suum recordatus misericordiæ suæ,
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About Beatam me dicent II
This setting of the Magnificat by Francisco Valls is a substantial work suitable for a major liturgical occasion. The Latin text, expressing Mary’s joyful praise and recognition of God’s favour, is rendered with rich vocal colour through the impressive eight-part choir (SSAT.SATB.SATB). Valls’s music reflects the grandeur of the Magnificat, amplifying the scriptural text’s exultation. The work would be a powerful addition to the repertoire for services during Advent and Christmastide, or for Marian feast days, offering a profound and moving experience for both choir and congregation.
