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Gloria! Pax!
Staff Notation • Sacred
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Gloria! Pax! by Edewede Oriwoh — Lyrics
Gloria in excelsis Deo.
Et in terra pax hominibus bonae voluntatis.
Laudamus te. Benedicimus te.
Adoramus te. Glorificamus te.
Gratias agimus tibi propter magnam gloriam tuam.
Domine Deus, Rex caelestis, Deus Pater omnipotens.
Domine Fili unigenite, Iesu Christe.
Domine Deus, Agnus Dei, Filius Patris.
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About Gloria! Pax!
This setting of the Gloria text from the Mass Ordinary is a powerful affirmation of faith, suitable for a major festival or a service of thanksgiving. The Latin words are woven into a rich musical fabric for SSATTBB choir, offering ample opportunity for dynamic contrast and expressive interpretation. The composer’s skillful handling of the liturgical text allows the choir to convey the profound theological meaning of the Gloria, from the initial acclamation of heavenly glory to the final declaration of Christ's unique holiness and majesty. The jubilant proclamation of peace and adoration is met with moments of profound humility and supplication, building to a magnificent conclusion.
