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Gloria laus et honor a 4
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Hymns
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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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Gloria laus et honor a 4 by Jacob Handl — Lyrics
1. Gloria, laus et honor
tibi sit, Rex Christe Redemptor.
Cui puerile decus
prompsit hosanna pium.
2. Israel es tu Rex,
Davidis inclyta proles:
Nomine in Domini,
Rex benedicte, venis.
3. Coetus in excélsis
te laudat caélitus omnis,
et mortális homo,
et cuncta creáta simul.
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About Gloria laus et honor a 4
Jacob Handl's Gloria laus et honor is a four-part sacred motet, setting a Latin text of praise. The music unfolds with an exultant "Gloria, laus et honor" (Glory, praise and honour), reflecting the text's themes of acclaiming Christ the King. The composer draws parallels between the crowds welcoming Jesus with palms and singing "Hosanna" and the faithful present-day assembly offering their devotion. This setting, for upper voices (SSSA), captures the jubilant yet devotional spirit of the hymn, a reflection on Christ's kingship and redemptive sacrifice. Handl's work is a powerful expression of sacred praise for a choir seeking to convey deep reverence and festivity.
