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Evehor invidia pressus
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Evehor invidia pressus by Orlando di Lasso — Lyrics
Evehor invidia pressus, juvat alta petentem
gratia summa Dei cumque favore labor.
Rumpere livor edax quanto namque acrius urges
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About Evehor invidia pressus
Orlando di Lasso's motet Evehor invidia pressus is written for SATTB choir. The Latin text speaks of overcoming envy and striving for higher things, with divine grace aiding the labourer. The composer's setting reflects this struggle and ultimate ascent. The contrapuntal writing in this five-voice work moves with clarity and purpose, illustrating the text's themes of steadfast effort and spiritual elevation. Lasso's mastery of vocal colour and expressive harmony is evident throughout, creating a work of profound spiritual and musical depth, suitable for both liturgical occasions and concert performance.
