This edition was prepared by Anne-Marie Forbes — free to download, print, rehearse and perform.
Ave Verum
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ave Verum by Anne-Marie Forbes — Lyrics
Ave, verum corpus natum
de Maria Virgine:
vere passum, immolatum
in cruce pro homine:
cuius latus perforatum
fluxit aqua et sanguine:
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About Ave Verum
This setting of the devotional Latin text Ave Verum Corpus is by Anne-Marie Forbes. The text, a prayer of devotion to the true body of Christ, is set for SATB choir. The composer offers a fresh perspective on this ancient liturgical text, traditionally used as a Marian antiphon. Forbes's sensitive setting allows the profound theological sentiments of the words to resonate, reflecting on Christ's sacrifice and appealing for mercy in the hour of death. The motet is a worthy addition to the sacred choral repertoire, suitable for services or concerts where reflective liturgical music is desired.
