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Exaudi Domine
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Exaudi Domine by Ioannes Baptista Vanelli — Lyrics
Psalmus David, priusquam liniretur. Dominus illuminatio mea et salus mea: quem timebo?
Dominus protector vitae meae: a quo trepidabo?
Dum appropiant super me nocentes ut edant carnes meas, qui tribulant me inimici mei, ipsi
infirmati sunt et ceciderunt.
Si consistant adversum me castra, non timebit cor meum; si exsurgat adversum me praelium, in hoc ego sperabo.
Unam petii a Domino, hanc requiram, ut inhabitem in domo Domini omnibus diebus vitae meae; ut videam voluptatem Domini, et visitem templum ejus.
Quoniam abscondit me in tabernaculo suo; in die malorum abscondito me in tabernaculi sui.
In petra exaltavit me, et nunc exaltavit caput meum super inimicos meos. Circuivi,
et immolavi in tabernaculo ejus hostiam vociferationis;
cantabo, et psalmum dicam Domino.
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About Exaudi Domine
Ioannes Baptista Vanelli’s Exaudi Domine is a five-part motet for SATTB voices, sung in Latin. The text is drawn from Psalm 27, expressing profound trust in God even in the face of adversity. The music opens with a sense of urgent supplication, gradually unfolding into passages of soaring confidence. Vanelli crafts intricate vocal lines that weave together, creating a rich and resonant texture. The composer masterfully depicts the psalm’s journey from fear to unwavering faith, with moments of both quiet contemplation and powerful affirmation. This motet offers a compelling musical interpretation of the psalmist’s plea and ultimate reliance on divine protection.
