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Ave gratia plena
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ave gratia plena by Peter Philips — Lyrics
Ave [Maria], gratia plena, Dominus tecum;
Quae est ista salutatio,
Ne timeas Maria, invenisti [enim] gratiam apud Deum,
Ecce concipies [in utero] et paries Filium Dei.
Quomodo fiet istud? Quoniam virum non conosco,
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About Ave gratia plena
This SSATB motet in Latin sets a text derived from the Annunciation, the moment the Angel Gabriel greets Mary and tells her she will conceive Jesus. Peter Philips weaves together the angelic salutation, Mary's questioning, the angel's explanation, and Mary's humble acceptance. The music unfolds the narrative through contrasting textures and expressive harmonies, offering a profound musical meditation on this pivotal moment in Christian theology. Its sacred character and the substantial forces required make it suitable for services during Advent or for Marian feasts, showcasing the choir in rich, polyphonic writing.
