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Ave Verum, Op. 6, No. 2
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Ave Verum, Op. 6, No. 2 by Ernest Chausson — 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, Op. 6, No. 2
This short sacred motet sets a well-known Latin text, the Ave Verum. Chausson's setting for solo voice is contemplative and devotional, exploring the profound mystery of the Eucharist. The music unfolds with a gentle ebb and flow, reflecting the solemnity of the words. The vocal line is lyrical and expressive, demanding a sensitive interpretation to convey the rich emotional and spiritual content of the text, which meditates on the suffering and sacrifice of Christ and implores mercy.
