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In civitate a 8
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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.
SAAATTBB|AATB.SATB · Sabine Cassola
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In civitate a 8 by Andrea Rota — Lyrics
In civitate Domini clare sonant iugiter organa sanctorum;
ibi cinnamomum et balsamum odor suavissimus carmina eorum;
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About In civitate a 8
Andrea Rota's motet In civitate a 8 is a substantial sacred work for double choir. The text, in Latin, paints a vivid picture of the heavenly Jerusalem, with organs sounding and angels singing hymns of praise. The composer evokes this celestial splendour through the rich texture of his eight-part writing (SAAATTBB|AATB.SATB), creating a complex and sonorous musical fabric. This motet is a powerful example of late Renaissance sacred polyphony, ideal for a choir seeking a challenging yet rewarding addition to their repertoire.
