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In te Domine speravi, Canon all' unisono à cique
Staff Notation • Sacred, Canons
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In te Domine speravi, Canon all' unisono à cique by Anonymous — Lyrics
In te Domine speravi non confundar in aeternum.
In justitia tua libera me et eripe me. Inclina ad me aurem tuam et salva me.
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About In te Domine speravi, Canon all' unisono à cique
This anonymous canon, In te Domine speravi, is a striking example of sacred music for unaccompanied voices. Scored for an unusual five-part unison choir (SSSSS), it draws its text from Psalm 31, a prayer of trust and petition to God. The composer sets the words 'In you, Lord, I have hoped; let me never be put to shame. In your justice, set me free; turn your ear to me and save me. Be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me.' The contrapuntal nature of a canon, where all voices sing the same melody entering at different times, creates a powerful sense of unity and shared devotion, reflecting the text's plea for divine protection and unwavering faith.
