Canti sacri sui modi antichi

Carlotta Ferrari's Canti sacri sui modi antichi presents five sacred songs for two-part women's voices (SA) in Latin. The cycle begins with a profound setting of the classic Christmas text, 'A solis ortus cardine,' celebrating Christ's birth. The subsequent movements shift to more intimate reflections: 'Ecce tu venis ad me' expresses a personal desire for Christ's presence, followed by the solemn announcement of the King's arrival. The final two songs offer words of assurance and devotion, with 'Non est solitarius' affirming divine companionship and 'Orabo mente Dominum' declaring a prayer offered wholeheartedly in mind and spirit. These settings draw on ancient modes to create a devotional atmosphere suitable for liturgical or concert use.