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Emendemus in melius
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Responsories
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Emendemus in melius by Ascanio Trombetti — Lyrics
Emendemus in melius quae ignoranter peccavimus;
ne subito praeoccupati die mortis,
quaeramus spatium poenitentiae, et invenire non possimus.
Attende, Domine, et miserere; quia peccavimus tibi. (cf. Bar. 3:2)
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About Emendemus in melius
This motet is a solemn plea for repentance and divine mercy. The Latin text urges listeners to amend their lives, fearing the suddenness of death and the loss of opportunity for penance. It invokes God's help, both for His name's sake and to be freed from sin. Drawing on scriptural verses, it acknowledges past transgressions and the human condition of mortality, reminding us that we are dust and to dust we shall return. Ascanio Trombetti's SATTT voicing creates a rich, imitative texture, perfect for conveying the gravity and earnestness of this sacred plea. The composer's skill in setting this profound text to music makes it a powerful statement for any choral collection.
