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Exaltata est sancta Dei genitrix
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Exaltata est sancta Dei genitrix by Jacob Handl — Lyrics
Exaltata est sancta Dei genitrix,
super choros angelorum ad caelestia regna.
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About Exaltata est sancta Dei genitrix
Handl's SAATB motet Exaltata est sancta Dei genitrix opens with a majestic ascent, the voices building towards the celestial realms. The text, a Marian antiphon, celebrates the Virgin Mary's exaltation above the choirs of angels and her eternal reign with Christ. This continuation of Guerrero's setting paints a vivid picture of Mary's Assumption and her heavenly glorification. The polyphony is rich and devotional, with the five voices weaving together to create a sound that is both powerful and serene. It is a profound expression of Marian devotion, ideal for liturgical use or a contemplative concert setting.
