Ave maris stella/ Virgo singularis

Benedictus Ducis, a composer of the late Renaissance, wrote this setting of the popular Marian antiphon Ave maris stella. The text, a beautiful prayer to Mary as the Star of the Sea and Mother of God, implores her intercession. Ducis's six-part AATTBB setting is a rich and devotional expression of the words. The composer faithfully sets the Latin text, offering a contrapuntal texture that underscores the solemnity and grace of the prayer. The music moves with a noble elegance, befitting the sacred nature of the text and its traditional use in the liturgy. This is a substantial and rewarding piece for a capable choir.