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Benedictus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Benedictus by John Farmer — Lyrics
The onely Lord of Israel be praised evermore:
for through his visitation, & mercy kept in store:
his people now he hath redeemed, that long hath beene in thrall:
& spread abroad his saving health, upon his sevants all.
In Davids house, his servant true according to his minde:
and also his annoynted king, as wee in Scripture finde,
as by his holyProfets all oft times hee did declare,
the which were since the world began, his waies for to prepare.
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About Benedictus
This setting of the Benedictus text by John Farmer offers a rich opportunity for an SATB choir. The English translation focuses on themes of redemption, divine promise, and salvation, drawing from Old Testament prophecies and the lineage of David. Farmer's music likely reflects the solemnity and grandeur of the text, suitable for sacred occasions. The STTB voicing provides a robust sound, with the two tenor parts offering melodic interest and the two bass parts grounding the harmony. This is a motet that would engage both choir and listeners with its significant biblical narrative and musical setting.
