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Herre, non lasst
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Herre, non lasst by Christoph Demantius — Lyrics
Nunc dimittis servum tuum, Domine, secundum verbum tuum in pace:
Quia viderunt oculi mei salutare tuum
Quod parasti ante faciem omnium populorum:
Lumen ad revelationem gentium, et gloriam plebis tuae Israel.
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About Herre, non lasst
Christoph Demantius was a prolific German composer of the late Renaissance and early Baroque periods. This motet, Herre, non lasst, is a setting of the Nunc Dimittis canticle, a prayer of thanksgiving and praise. The text is sung in a mix of Latin and German, reflecting the liturgical practices of the time. Demantius crafts this music for a substantial SSATTB choir, offering rich harmonic possibilities and opportunities for varied textural contrasts. The composer's setting aims to convey the profound peace and anticipation expressed in the biblical words, as Simeon holds the infant Jesus and recognizes him as the light for all nations. The added Gloria Patri provides a traditional conclusion to this sacred work.
