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Ave Pater Salvatoris
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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3 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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Ave Pater Salvatoris by R. P. H. Clemens — Lyrics
Ave Pater Salvatóris,
Ave, custos Redemptóris,
Joseph ter amábilis,
Ave, spónse Matris Dei,
Ave, hospes Jesu mei,
Joseph ter amábilis.
Jesum óculis vidísti,
Et in bráchiis tulísti,
Suávis felícitas! Genis,
genas admovísti,
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About Ave Pater Salvatoris
This devotional motet, sung in Latin, is an invocation to Saint Joseph. It speaks of his unique role as guardian of the Redeemer and husband of the Mother of God. The text expresses a deep personal affection for Joseph, recalling his intimate moments holding the infant Jesus. The music is suitable for services honouring Saint Joseph, or during Christmastide when his presence is central to the Nativity story. The varied voicing options, from unison to TTB and SA, offer flexibility for different choral resources. The composer, R. P. H. Clemens, sets the fervent text with a clear devotional spirit, praying for the intercession of Joseph to help the faithful see Jesus and possess eternal joy in heaven.
