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Eripe me a 3
Staff Notation • Sacred, Offertory Hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
TTB · Pothárn Imre
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Eripe me a 3 by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
Eripe me de inimicis meis,
Domine, ad te confugi;
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About Eripe me a 3
Orlando di Lasso's Eripe me a 3 is a compelling setting of a Latin text for TTB voices. The music opens with imitative entries, quickly establishing a rich polyphonic texture. Lasso masterfully weaves the vocal lines together, creating moments of both intense drama and serene reflection as the text unfolds. The composer's deep understanding of counterpoint is evident throughout, with each voice contributing to the overall sonority. The work expresses a prayer for deliverance from enemies and a plea for divine guidance, a theme Lasso treats with profound musical sensitivity. This offertory hymn is a powerful example of Renaissance sacred polyphony, suitable for choirs seeking a substantial and expressive Latin motet.
