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Angelus ad pastores ait
Staff Notation • Sacred
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Angelus ad pastores ait by Mariano Garau — Lyrics
Angelus [Domini] ad pastores ait: annuntio vobis gaudium magnum,
quia natus est vobis hodie Salvator mundi.'
Alleluia.
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About Angelus ad pastores ait
This setting of the Latin text from the Gospel of Luke paints a vibrant scene of the Annunciation to the Shepherds. The angel proclaims "great joy" to the shepherds, announcing the birth of the world's Savior. The SATB choir powerfully conveys the momentousness of this divine message and the subsequent "Alleluia." The music then continues with the text "A little child is born to us today, and he will be called God the Mighty," further emphasizing the miracle of the Incarnation. This sacred motet is ideal for services or concerts during the Advent and Christmas seasons, offering a moving and uplifting choral experience.
