Aequalis aeterno patri

This Latin hymn would be appropriate for services during the Easter season. Its text speaks of Christ's victory over death, his divine nature equal to the Father, and his strengthening of our frail human bodies with his enduring power. Praetorius's setting offers rich textural possibilities for choirs with two distinct SATB and SAAB configurations, allowing for varied colour and dynamic contrast. The harmonic language is characteristic of the late Renaissance and early Baroque, providing a solid and resonant sound that supports the confident and triumphal message of the text. It is a powerful work for congregational singing or as a distinct anthem.