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De profundis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Offertory Hymns
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3 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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De profundis by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Canticum graduum. De profundis clamavi ad te, Domine;
Domine, exaudi vocem meam.
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About De profundis
From the depths I cry to you, O Lord; Lord, hear my voice. This potent text, drawn from Psalm 130, expresses a profound plea for divine mercy and attention. Palestrina's masterful setting for SATTB voices captures the spiritual intensity of this Latin offertory hymn. The composer’s characteristic clarity and balance are evident, with each voice part contributing to a rich yet transparent texture. This sacred work offers a deeply moving liturgical experience, reflecting the composer’s skill in conveying profound emotion through pure vocal harmony. It is a powerful testament to the expressive potential of Renaissance polyphony.
