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De profundis
Staff Notation • Sacred, Vesper Psalms
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De profundis by Tiburtio Massaino — Lyrics
Canticum graduum. De profundis clamavi ad te, Domine;
Domine, exaudi vocem meam.
Fiant aures tuae intendentes in vocem deprecationis meae.
Si iniquitates observaveris, Domine, Domine, quis sustinebit?
Quia apud te propitiatio est; et propter legem tuam sustinui te, Domine.
Sustinuit anima mea in verbo ejus:
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About De profundis
From the depths of despair, the psalmist cries out to God, imploring Him to hear his voice and attend to his plea. These words from Psalm 130 form the basis of Tiburtio Massaino's De profundis. The composer sets this deeply personal prayer for a rich five-part choir of Sopranos, Altos, Tenors, and Basses (SATTB).
The text moves from confession and lament to a profound expression of hope and trust in God's mercy and redemptive power. Massaino's setting reflects this spiritual journey, offering a powerful musical interpretation of the psalm's message of supplication and ultimate reliance on divine grace. This sacred Latin motet is suitable for services or concerts where a contemplative and expressive anthem is desired.
