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Angelus ad pastores ait
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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4 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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Angelus ad pastores ait by Andrea Gabrieli — 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 SATB motet by Andrea Gabrieli sets a joyful Latin text for Christmas. The angel's annunciation to the shepherds, proclaiming the birth of the Savior, is rendered with jubilation. The text speaks of the "great joy" of this day and declares that a "little child" has been born to us, who shall be called "Mighty God." This sacred setting, with its soaring "Alleluia" refrains, is ideal for the Christmas season, offering a powerful expression of the Nativity narrative. Gabrieli's masterful handling of the voices ensures a rich and resonant performance.
