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Hodie Christus natus est, SWV 456
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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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Hodie Christus natus est, SWV 456 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Hodie Christus natus est:
Hodie Salvator apparuit:
Hodie in terra canunt Angeli,
laetantur Archangeli
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About Hodie Christus natus est, SWV 456
This motet by Heinrich Schütz, Hodie Christus natus est, is ideal for Christmas services. Scored for SSATTB voices, it is a vibrant setting of the Latin text proclaiming the birth of Christ. The music directly reflects the joyous message, with the angels singing and archangels rejoicing. Schütz masterfully portrays the exultation of the righteous with the final declaration of 'Gloria in excelsis Deo' and a triumphant 'Alleluia'. Its rich polyphony and expressive harmonies offer a powerful choral experience, capturing the profound significance and celebratory spirit of Christmas Day. This motet provides a substantial and moving addition to any Advent or Christmas concert or service programme.
