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Alleluia Nativitatis gloriosae
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Gospel Acclamation / Alleluia
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Alleluia Nativitatis gloriosae by Heinrich Isaac — Lyrics
Nativitas gloriosae Virginis Mariae,
ex semine Abrahae,
orta de tribu Juda,
clara ex stirpe David. (Alleluia).
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About Alleluia Nativitatis gloriosae
This exultant setting of the Alleluia for the Nativity of the Virgin Mary by Heinrich Isaac is ideal for services celebrating the Feast of the Nativity of Mary. The Latin text, drawing from the Gospel Acclamation tradition, links Mary's birth to Abraham and David, emphasizing her noble lineage. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression, particularly in the Alleluia refrains. The composer's skill in crafting sacred motets is evident in the way the music enhances the solemnity and joy of the occasion, celebrating Mary's glorious birth and her significance to the Church throughout history.
