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De profundis II
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SATB · Pothárn Imre
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De profundis II by Josquin des Prez — 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 II
This motet, De profundis II, is a setting of Psalm 130 (129) from the Book of Psalms, a text traditionally associated with the Office of the Dead and funerals. Josquin des Prez crafts a powerful and moving rendition for SATB choir, exploring themes of repentance, hope, and divine mercy. The Latin text begins with a cry from the depths, imploring God to hear a voice of supplication. The music would serve well in a solemn liturgical context, perhaps during Advent or Lent, or as a reflection on mortality. Josquin’s masterful counterpoint and harmonic language imbue the plea with profound emotional depth, offering solace and expressing unwavering faith in God’s redemption and compassion.
