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Haec Dies - Alleluia Pascha nostrum
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Haec Dies - Alleluia Pascha nostrum by William Byrd — Lyrics
Haec (est) dies quam fecit Dominus:
exultemus et laetemur in ea,
alleluia.
verse for Easter Sunday:
Confitemini Domino, quoniam bonus:
quoniam in saeculum misericordia ejus.
[Pascha nostrum Immolatus est Christus.]
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About Haec Dies - Alleluia Pascha nostrum
William Byrd's motet Haec Dies is a powerful setting of the Easter sequence text, celebrating the Lord's resurrection. Composed for a five-part choir (AATTB), this work draws on the rich tradition of sacred polyphony in England. The text opens with exultation, declaring "This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it." Byrd's intricate vocal writing brings out the joyful and triumphant nature of the Easter message, reflecting the significance of Christ's sacrifice and redemption. The motet's layered vocal parts create a sense of awe and devotion, making it a profound choice for liturgical settings or concert performance.
