Alleluia: Prophetae sancti praedicaverunt

This striking setting of the Alleluia text is written for SATB choir, unaccompanied. The voices interact with a clear, declarative style, building to moments of jubilant affirmation. The anonymous composer uses the Latin text, which proclaims that the holy prophets foretold the birth of the Saviour from the Virgin Mary, to create music of great ceremonial dignity. The composer’s focus is on the declaration of the text, with each syllable given its due emphasis, resulting in a powerful and resonant acclamation. It is a potent and moving statement of faith, ideal for reinforcing the scriptural message in a liturgical setting.