Dormi non piangere

This sacred anthem, Dormi non piangere, is a tender lullaby for the infant Christ. Sung in Italian, it addresses Jesus as a beloved child, urging him to sleep and not to cry. The text describes his lovely eyes and calls him a sweet little one, who must now close them in the darkness of night. Composed by Lorenzo Perosi, this moving piece is set for SATB choir, offering a rich harmonic setting for this devotional text. Its gentle plea and devotional subject make it especially suitable for moments of quiet reflection during Advent or Christmas services.