Beatus Andreas

The text Beatus Andreas orabat dicens expresses a prayer from Saint Andrew, hanging on the gallows. He implores God, "Lord, king of eternal glory, receive me hanging on the gibbet." Gierolamo Lambardi sets this moving plea in a sacred antiphon for SATB choir. The Latin text, typical of Marian antiphons, offers a moment of intense devotion and contemplation for the singers and listeners alike. This setting would be a powerful addition to any liturgical or concert programme seeking profound spiritual expression.