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Calicem salutaris accipiam, SWV 60
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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Calicem salutaris accipiam, SWV 60 by Heinrich Schütz — Lyrics
Calicem salutaris accipiam,
Et nomen Domini invocabo.
Vota mea reddam tibi, Domine,
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About Calicem salutaris accipiam, SWV 60
This motet by Heinrich Schütz is suitable for liturgical use in a sacred setting, perhaps during the season of Lent or as part of a service of communion. The SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic expression of the Latin text, drawn from Psalm 116. The composer masterfully sets words of devotion and commitment: 'I will lift the cup of salvation, and call on the name of the Lord. I will pay my vows unto the Lord, and that in the presence of all his people. Thy mercies to me-ward for ever shall be shewed.' Schütz's setting guides the listener from personal commitment to public praise, culminating in a promise to sing of God's mercies eternally. The piece offers a profound musical meditation on faith and gratitude.
