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Christ ist erstanden
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Christ ist erstanden by Leonhard Lechner — 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 the German Easter text Christ ist erstanden is for SSAT choir. The text, based on the sequence Victimae paschali laudes, celebrates Christ’s resurrection, proclaiming joy and gratitude that he has overcome suffering and saved the world. Lechner’s motet rejoices in this triumphant message, with the four voices weaving together to express the profound significance of the Easter event. The composer crafts devotional music that would be fitting for Eastertide services, offering a powerful musical reflection on the central tenets of the Christian faith. Its direct, heartfelt message is matched by clear vocal writing.
