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Cum jejunatis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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4 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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Cum jejunatis by Sebastian de Vivanco — Lyrics
Cum ieiunatis,
nolite fieri sicut hypocritae, tristes.
Exterminant enim facies suas,
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About Cum jejunatis
Sebastian de Vivanco was a key figure in the Spanish Renaissance polyphonic tradition. This motet, Cum jejunatis, is a powerful setting of a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, concerning the outward appearance of fasting. Vivanco urges his singers to avoid hypocrisy, stating that true piety is not a performance for others but an internal devotion. The text speaks of receiving one's reward from God rather than human praise. This SAATB, ATTBB setting offers rich harmonic possibilities, ideal for a skilled choir exploring the expressive depth of Renaissance sacred music. The Latin text is presented with a directness that resonates through Vivanco's masterful contrapuntal writing, making it a compelling choice for services or concerts.
