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Exaudi, Domine
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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3 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Exaudi, Domine by Giovanni Gabrieli — Lyrics
Oratio David. Exaudi, Domine, justitiam meam; intende deprecationem meam.
Auribus percipe orationem meam, non in labiis dolosis.
De vultu tuo judicium meum prodeat; oculi tui videant aequitates.
Probasti cor meum, et visitasti nocte; igne me examinasti,
et non est inventa in me iniquitas.
Ut non loquatur os meum
opera hominum: propter verba labiorum tuorum,
ego custodivi vias duras.
Perfice gressus meos in semitis tuis, ut non moveantur vestigia mea.
Ego clamavi, quoniam exaudisti me, Deus; inclina aurem tuam mihi,
et exaudi verba mea.
Mirifica misericordias tuas, qui salvos facis sperantes in te.
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About Exaudi, Domine
Giovanni Gabrieli's Exaudi, Domine is a sacred motet for SAATTB choir. The Latin text is a prayer from the Book of Psalms, expressing David's plea for God's justice and protection. The music sets the supplication with rich, polyphonic textures, suitable for a large choral ensemble. The work unfolds with a sense of earnest devotion, reflecting the profound spiritual sentiment of the ancient text. This setting of Psalm 17 (16) provides ample opportunity for expressive vocal performance, with its intricate lines and dynamic contrasts, making it a compelling choice for choirs seeking to explore the Venetian polychoral tradition.
