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Ecce sacerdos magnus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Antiphons
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Ecce sacerdos magnus by Tomás Luis de Victoria — Lyrics
Ecce sacerdos magnus, qui in diebus suis placuit Deo,
et inventus est justus;
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About Ecce sacerdos magnus
Tomás Luis de Victoria's Ecce sacerdos magnus is a powerful SATB motet for unaccompanied choir, sung in Latin. The music opens with a solemn, declamatory statement before unfolding into rich, imitative polyphony. Victoria masterfully sets the liturgical text, which praises a great high priest who pleased God and was found righteous. The setting emphasizes the reverence and solemnity of the occasion, with the four voices weaving together to create a sound that is both majestic and deeply devotional. This motet is a profound example of Renaissance sacred polyphony, showcasing Victoria's skill in crafting expressive and impactful choral music.
