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Dixit Dominus, Op. II, No. 2
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Dixit Dominus, Op. II, No. 2 by Valentin Rathgeber — Lyrics
Psalmus David. Dixit Dominus Domino meo: sede a dextris meis, donec ponam inimicos tuos
scabellum pedum tuorum.
Virgam virtutis tuae emittet Dominus ex Sion: dominare in medio
inimicorum tuorum.
Tecum principium in die virtutis tuae in splendoribus sanctorum:
ex utero, ante luciferum, genui te.
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About Dixit Dominus, Op. II, No. 2
Valentin Rathgeber's setting of Psalm 109 (Dixit Dominus) is a vibrant example of sacred Baroque music. Written for SATB choir and sung in Latin, the text is a powerful Messianic psalm, proclaiming God's promise to his Son. Rathgeber's music brings to life the psalm's confident pronouncements, from the establishment of dominion over enemies to the eternal priesthood. The work unfolds with the characteristic energy and clarity of the period, offering a substantial yet accessible setting of this significant biblical text. This motet would make a compelling addition to a service or concert, showcasing both the choir's vocal capabilities and the composer's skill in setting sacred Latin.
