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Herr Gott, dich loben wir (Tedeum)
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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Herr Gott, dich loben wir (Tedeum) by Hugo Distler — Lyrics
Te Deum laudamus: te Dominum confitemur.
Te aeternum patrem, omnis terra veneratur.
Tibi omnes Angeli: tibi caeli et universae potestates.
Tibi cherubim et seraphim, incessabili voce proclamant:
"Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabaoth.
Pleni sunt caeli et terra maiestatis gloriae tuae."
Te gloriosus Apostolorum chorus,
Te Prophetarum laudabilis numerus,
Te Martyrum candidatus laudat exercitus.
Te per orbem terrarum sancta confitetur Ecclesia:
Patrem immensae maiestatis;
Venerandum tuum verum et unicum Filium;
Sanctum quoque Paraclitum Spiritum.
Tu rex gloriae, Christe:
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About Herr Gott, dich loben wir (Tedeum)
Hugo Distler’s setting of the Te Deum hymn for SAB voices draws on the rich tradition of Lutheran motets. The text, a venerable song of praise, proclaims God’s majesty and glory, invoking angels, apostles, prophets, and martyrs in its fervent acclamation. Distler’s music captures the grandeur and solemnity of this ancient Christian hymn, balancing its Latin text with German translations. The composer’s distinct style, often characterized by a blend of neo-classical clarity and expressive harmonic language, is evident here, making this a powerful and musically rewarding choice for sacred occasions.
