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Deus meus in simplicitate
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Offertory Hymns
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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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Deus meus in simplicitate by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
Deus meus, in simplicitate cordis mei
laetus obtuli universa:
et populum tuum qui repertus est
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About Deus meus in simplicitate
A magnificent motet by Orlando di Lasso, Deus meus in simplicitate is written for a large choir of six voices (SSATTB). It is a sacred Latin text suitable for liturgical use, possibly as an offertory hymn. The music sets words of profound personal devotion, where the singer offers all things to God with a joyful heart, expressing great happiness at finding God's people. The composer urges God to preserve this spirit of willing devotion. Lasso's masterful handling of the large vocal ensemble creates a rich and sonorous texture, ideal for moments of solemn reflection and heightened spiritual expression within a service. This work showcases the composer's skill in weaving complex vocal lines into a cohesive and moving whole.
