Canite tuba

Hans Leo Hassler's Canite tuba is a powerful motet for double choir, SSATB and SATTB, setting a Latin text drawn from Isaiah. The composer’s rich harmonic language and masterful control of contrasting vocal forces create an electrifying sense of anticipation. The text, announcing the imminent arrival of God the saviour, is delivered with dramatic flair, building to moments of jubilant proclamation. Its dense textures and contrapuntal interplay offer considerable musical substance, making it a rewarding choice for experienced choirs seeking to explore the grand tradition of Renaissance polyphony.