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Constitues eos
Staff Notation • Sacred, Offertory Hymns
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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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Constitues eos by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina — Lyrics
Constitues eos principes super omnem terram:
Memores erunt nominis tui, Domine, in omni progenie et generatione.
About Constitues eos
This sacred motet by Palestrina sets a Latin text for SATTB choir. The words are taken from an Offertory, speaking of the appointed princes who will be remembered for their faithfulness throughout generations. Palestrina's masterful setting captures the solemnity and spiritual weight of the text. His characteristic clarity of line and rich harmonic language are evident throughout this work, making it a powerful and expressive choice for liturgical use or concert performance. It is a fine example of Renaissance sacred polyphony, suitable for choirs seeking to explore the genre.
