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In Domino confido
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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In Domino confido by Cipriano de Rore — Lyrics
In finem. Psalmus David.
In Domino confido; quomodo dicitis animae meae: Transmigra in montem sicut passer?
Quoniam ecce peccatores intenderunt arcum; paraverunt sagittas suas in pharetra,
ut sagittent in obscuro rectos corde:
quoniam quae perfecisti destruxerunt; justus autem, quid fecit?
Dominus in templo sancto suo; Dominus in caelo sedes ejus.
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About In Domino confido
This motet by Cipriano de Rore, sung in Latin, draws its text from Psalm 11, a passage of profound trust in God amidst the machinations of the wicked. It is well-suited for services of penitence or reflection, or for any occasion where the choir might explore themes of divine justice and human frailty. The SATTB voicing allows for rich, resonant harmonies, particularly effective in conveying the dramatic contrast between the psalmist's faith and the dangers he perceives. De Rore's masterful setting skillfully moves between moments of intense agitation and serene assurance, mirroring the text's journey from fear to steadfast reliance on the Lord. The intricate vocal lines provide a rewarding challenge for a skilled choir.
