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Afferentur regi
Staff Notation • Sacred, Offertory Hymns
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3 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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Afferentur regi by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Afferentur regi virgines post eam; proximae ejus afferentur tibi.
Afferentur in laetitia et exsultatione; adducentur in templum regis.
About Afferentur regi
This grand motet by Palestrina is suitable for use during services of Holy Communion. The text, taken from the Vulgate Bible, speaks of virgins being brought before the king in gladness and exultation, entering the temple. Palestrina's setting is for a substantial choir of five voices (SATTB), employing his characteristic imitative polyphony and rich harmonic language to evoke the solemnity and splendor of the occasion. The Latin text allows for a focus on the pure sound of the voices, creating a devotional atmosphere perfect for sacred occasions.
