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And in that tyme Herode the Kyng
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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And in that tyme Herode the Kyng by Christopher Tye — Lyrics
And in that tyme Herode the Kyng
He dyd his hands let slyp
To trouble men of good lyvyng
And godlye felowshyp.
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About And in that tyme Herode the Kyng
Christopher Tye's And in that tyme Herode the Kyng depicts a stark biblical scene. The text recounts King Herod's persecution of early Christians, his ruthless execution of James, and his intent to kill Peter, all because it pleased the Jewish populace. Tye's setting, scored for SSAT and SATB voices, brings this dramatic narrative to life through its English text. The music likely reflects the gravity of the events, portraying the king's tyranny and the disciples' vulnerability. This sacred motet offers a powerful musical interpretation of a pivotal moment in early Christian history, resonating with the faith and struggles of the time.
