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Ecce sacerdos magnus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Antiphons
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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 · Andrew Crookall
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Ecce sacerdos magnus by Edward Elgar — Lyrics
Ecce sacerdos magnus, qui in diebus suis placuit Deo,
et inventus est justus;
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About Ecce sacerdos magnus
The Latin text Ecce sacerdos magnus celebrates a great high priest, found righteous and a peacemaker in times of wrath. It is a chant traditionally used for processions and at the consecration of bishops. Elgar sets this solemn text for SATB choir, crafting a powerful and moving anthem. The music rises to meet the dignity of the words, offering a sonorous and inspiring setting for this significant liturgical moment. Its rich harmonies and stately pace create an atmosphere of reverence and awe, perfectly suiting the antiphon's declaration of priestly virtue and divine favour.
