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Cantate Domino
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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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.
SSATB · James Gibb
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Cantate Domino by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck — Lyrics
Canticum ipsi David, quando domus aedificabatur post captivitatem.
Cantate Domino canticum novum; cantate Domino omnis terra.
Cantate Domino, et benedicite nomini ejus; annuntiate de die in diem salutare ejus.
Annuntiate inter gentes gloriam ejus; in omnibus populis mirabilia ejus.
Quoniam magnus Dominus, et laudabilis nimis: terribilis est super omnes deos.
Quoniam omnes dii gentium daemonia; Dominus autem caelos fecit.
Confessio et pulchritudo in conspectu ejus; sanctimonia et magnificentia in sanctificatione ejus.
Afferte Domino, patriae gentium, afferte Domino gloriam et honorem;
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About Cantate Domino
This motet by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck is a magnificent setting of a Latin text drawn from Psalm 95. Opening with a jubilant call to sing a new song to the Lord, the music unfolds with glorious polyphony. The SSATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures and dynamic contrasts, reflecting the text's message of praise and awe. Sweelinck's masterful contrapuntal skill is evident throughout, creating a vibrant and moving musical experience. The motet proclaims the greatness and glory of God, urging all nations to announce his wondrous works and beauty. It is a profound expression of sacred devotion, suitable for liturgical or concert use.
