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Adiuro vos
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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6 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Adiuro vos by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Adjuro vos, filiae Jerusalem, si inveneritis dilectum meum, ut nuntietis ei quia
amore langueo.
Qualis est dilectus tuus ex dilecto, o pulcherrima mulierum?
Qualis est dilectus tuus ex dilecto, quia sic adjurasti nos?
Dilectus meus candidus et rubicundus, electus ex milibus.
Caput eius aurum optimum: comae eius sicut elatae palmarum, nigrae quasi corvus.
Oculi eius sicut columbae super rivulos aquarum, quae lacte sunt lotae, et resident
juxta fluenta plenissima.
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About Adiuro vos
This powerful motet from Palestrina, Adiuro vos, is suitable for any sacred occasion. The Latin text is drawn from the Song of Songs, a poetic dialogue of love between the bridegroom and bride. The SAATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures and expressive vocal interplay. The music vividly portrays the longing and searching of the bride for her beloved, culminating in a detailed, sensuous description of his beauty. Palestrina masterfully uses the voices to reflect the intimate and passionate nature of the text, creating a moving experience for both choir and listeners. This work is an excellent choice for choirs looking to explore the expressive capabilities of Renaissance polyphony in a sacred context.
