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Di nova luce adorna
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Di nova luce adorna by Giovanni Animuccia — Lyrics
Di nova luce adorna, l'alto fattor il cielo,
Hoggi ch'el moral velo,
del caro figlio glorioso accoglio.
O di che ricche spoglie, carco si riconduce,
il trionfante Duce,
alla superna Patria in Paradiso?
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About Di nova luce adorna
This motet by Giovanni Animuccia, Di nova luce adorna, is for three sopranos (SST) and is sung in Italian. It is a sacred work, likely intended for liturgical use during a major feast day. The text celebrates Christ's triumphant return to Heaven after his resurrection, highlighting his victory over death and hell. The imagery is rich, depicting him as a victorious leader adorned with new light, accompanied by a multitude of followers beneath the banner of the cross. The music would serve well to convey the profound joy and solemnity of this Eastertide celebration, offering a moment of reflection on the divine triumph.
