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Cantate Domino
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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4 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Cantate Domino by Claudio Merulo — Lyrics
Canticum ipsi David, quando domus aedificabatur post captivitatem.
Cantate Domino canticum novum; cantate Domino omnis terra.
Cantate Domino, et benedicite nomini ejus; annuntiate de die in diem salutare ejus.
Annuntiate inter gentes gloriam ejus; in omnibus populis mirabilia ejus.
Quoniam magnus Dominus, et laudabilis nimis: terribilis est super omnes deos.
Quoniam omnes dii gentium daemonia; Dominus autem caelos fecit.
Confessio et pulchritudo in conspectu ejus; sanctimonia et magnificentia in sanctificatione ejus.
Afferte Domino, patriae gentium, afferte Domino gloriam et honorem;
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About Cantate Domino
This grand motet by Claudio Merulo is suitable for services of thanksgiving or praise, particularly after a period of rebuilding or restoration, reflecting the biblical occasion of David's song for the rebuilding of the Temple after captivity. The text, drawn from Psalm 96, calls for joyous celebration of God's might and glory.
Merulo crafts a powerful setting for a large choir, dividing the forces into SSAATTB and SSAATBB, allowing for rich textures and dramatic contrasts. The Latin text resounds with exclamations of praise, urging all nations to announce God's salvation and marvels, recognizing His greatness above all gods. It is a resounding declaration of faith and a magnificent choice for a well-resourced choir.
