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Cum invocarem
Staff Notation • Sacred, Vespers
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Cum invocarem by Giovanni Paolo Colonna — Lyrics
Cum invocarem (exaudivit me, Deus, justitiae meae)
In tribulatione dilatasti mihi:
Miserere mei Domine
et exaudi orationem meam
Filii hominum usquequo gravi corde
ut quid diligitis vanitatem
et quaeritis mendacium
Et scitote quoniam mirificavit Dominus sanctum suum
Dominus exaudiet mecum clamavero ad eum Irascimini
et nolite peccare quae dicitis in cordibus vestris
et incubilibus vestris compungimini
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About Cum invocarem
Composed by Giovanni Paolo Colonna, this setting of "Cum invocarem" is a substantial work for double choir (SATB.SATB) and organ, suitable for Vespers. The Latin text draws from Psalm 4, and the composer skilfully reflects its emotional arc. It opens with a plea for divine intervention in times of trouble, moving through expressions of doubt and vanity to a powerful affirmation of faith and thanksgiving. Colonna's music rises to meet the text's dramatic contrasts, from moments of deep introspection to exultant praise. The richness of the double choir allows for intricate polyphony and sonorous choral textures, making it an impressive offering for sacred services.
