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En, ista est spetiosa
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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En, ista est spetiosa by Orazio Vecchi — Lyrics
En, ista est spetiosa inter filias Hierusalem.
Sicut vidistis eam, in cubilibus et in hortis aromatum.
Plenam caritate et dilectione.
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About En, ista est spetiosa
Orazio Vecchi sets these words of praise from Johannes Eck's Homiliae. The text draws parallels between the Virgin Mary and the "fairest among the daughters of Jerusalem", describing her as "full of charity and love". It evokes a sacred, contemplative scene, hinting at a garden of spices. This setting is for SATTB choir, offering rich harmonic possibilities for this Latin motet. It is a suitable choice for services or concerts where devotional texts are appreciated.
