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Ave del mare stella
Staff Notation • Sacred, Laude
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Ave del mare stella by Anonymous — Lyrics
Ave del mare stella, e vag'Aurora.
Che'l vero Sol produci, in cui dimora.
D'eterna Deitade immensa luce,
Che l'huom per dritta via al Ciel conduce:
De' miser peccatori almo ricetto,
S'io ergo à te le man, la lingua, e'l petto,
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About Ave del mare stella
This sacred laude, likely sung during Marian devotions, is an anonymous setting of an Italian text expressing deep reverence for the Virgin Mary, hailed as the star of the sea and the dawn that brings forth the true Sun. The composer imbues the devotional words with a flowing musical line, suitable for a treble-dominated choir. The text pleads for Mary’s intercession, acknowledging her as a refuge for sinners and a gentle mother to all. It speaks of finding faith and hope in her virginal birth, turning with fervent thought and desire towards her powerful favour. The SSB voicing allows for a bright and resonant interpretation of this heartfelt plea.
