Anima mea exultabit in domino

Francesco Stivori's Anima mea exultabit in domino is a sacred motet for SATTB choir. The music opens with rich, imitative polyphony, the voices weaving around each other in a complex yet fluid texture. The Latin text, drawn from Psalm 34, speaks of the soul exulting in the Lord and delighting in salvation. Stivori sets these words with a profound sense of devotion, building to a powerful affirmation of praise to be offered in the great congregation. The motet's intricate vocal writing makes full use of the SATTB forces, creating a sonorous and uplifting musical experience that would serve well in a liturgical setting or as a concert item.