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Corona aurea
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Corona aurea by Jacques Arcadelt — Lyrics
Prima pars
Corona aurea super caput ejus.
Expressa signo sanctitatis,
gloria honoris,
et ope fortitudinis.
Quoniam praevenisti eum
in benedictionibus dulcedinis,
posuisti in capite eius
coronam de lapide pretioso.
Secunda pars
Domine, praevenisti eum
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About Corona aurea
Jacques Arcadelt's Corona aurea is a grand motet for SATTB choir, setting a Latin text that draws from the Book of Wisdom. The text speaks of a golden crown placed upon a head, symbolizing sanctity, glory, and strength. It describes God's blessings and the gift of eternal life, portraying the crown as being of precious stone. This motet would be fitting for services during the liturgical year that celebrate saints or feasts of Our Lady, or for services emphasizing the concept of divine blessing and eternal reward. Its rich SATTB voicing offers opportunities for a full and resonant choral sound.
