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Beata viscera Mariae (one of 3 or 4)
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Communion Hymns
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB, STBB, ATBB · Corinne Cooze
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Beata viscera Mariae (one of 3 or 4) by Heinrich Isaac — Lyrics
Beata viscera Mariae Virginis,
quae portaverunt aeterni Patris Filium; [Alleluia.]
et beata ubera, quæ lactaverunt Christum Dominum:
qui hodie pro salute mundi de Virgine nasci dignatus est.
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About Beata viscera Mariae (one of 3 or 4)
Heinrich Isaac’s Beata viscera Mariae offers a rich exploration of Marian devotion, set to a Latin text focusing on the Blessed Virgin's role in the Incarnation. The composer employs varied SATB, STBB, and ATBB voicings, creating intricate textures that reflect the sacred nature of the words. The music unfolds with a contemplative spirit, moving from the exaltation of Mary's physical union with the divine to the profound mystery of Christ's birth for humanity's salvation. The inclusion of verses for general devotion and the Communion rite further deepens the piece's liturgical significance, making it a fitting choice for services marking significant Marian feasts or occasions.
