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Jesu dulcis memoria
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSATB · Wim Looyestijn
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Jesu dulcis memoria by Samuel Friedrich Capricornus — Lyrics
Jesu dulcis memoria,
dans vera cordi gaudia,
sed super mel et omnia
eius dulcis presentia.
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About Jesu dulcis memoria
This setting of Jesu dulcis memoria by Samuel Friedrich Capricornus is a five-part motet for SSATB voices in Latin. The text expresses the profound joy and sweetness found in the memory of Jesus, describing his presence as superior to all earthly pleasures and his name as the most delightful to hear, think, or sing. Capricornus's music aims to capture this deep spiritual devotion and the sublime contentment derived from faith. It is a sacred work designed to inspire contemplation and elevate the spirit through its rich choral textures and devotional text.
