Alleluja. Pascha nostrum
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
2 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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Alleluja. Pascha nostrum by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
About Alleluja. Pascha nostrum
Orlando di Lasso's Alleluja. Pascha nostrum is a powerful SATTB motet for mixed voices, setting a jubilant Easter text in Latin. The words declare 'Alleluja. Christ our Passover is sacrificed,' immediately immersing the listener in the central message of Easter. Lasso, a master of Renaissance polyphony, crafts a setting that reflects the solemnity and exultation of the Paschal feast. The rich sonorities of the five-part choir are deployed to convey the profound theological significance of Christ's sacrifice and resurrection. This motet serves as a vibrant musical testament to the Easter celebration, offering a profound musical experience for choirs and congregations alike.