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Christ ist erstanden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Hymns
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Christ ist erstanden by Antonio Scandello — Lyrics
after Victimae paschali laudes
1.
Christ ist erstanden
von der Marter alle.
Des sollen wir alle froh sein,
Christ will unser Trost sein.
Kyrieleis.
2.
Wär er nicht erstanden,
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About Christ ist erstanden
This setting of Christ ist erstanden for SAAT voices is a German sacred motet based on the Easter sequence Victimae paschali laudes. The text rejoices in Christ's resurrection, offering comfort and praise. The first stanza affirms that Christ has risen from all suffering, becoming our solace. The second stanza emphasizes the world's salvation through his resurrection, leading to praise for Christ. The final stanza, including Alleluia, reiterates the joy and comfort found in his resurrection. Scandello's SAAT setting offers a rich, imitative texture suitable for the celebratory and devotional nature of the Easter message.
