Antiphon for God the Father

SKU: GI.G-10314

ISBN 7851471031413. English, Latin. Text Source: Antiphons tr. Charles Thatcher, verses, The Grail, 1963.

Entrance Antiphons for the Church Year contains thirty antiphon texts from the Graduale Simplex, translated from Latin and set to newly composed music. The psalm verses appointed for these antiphons are taken from the Grail translation (1963). As with the Responsorial Psalm of the Mass, the assembly sings the antiphon after its intonation by the cantor/choir, repeating it after each verse of the psalm. The number of psalm verses which are sung may vary according to need. The singing of the doxology, Glory to the Father, while recommended, is optional. In several cases (e.g., Christmas and Easter), the assembly sings a refrain—a simple acclamation in Latin—and the actual antiphon text is sung by the cantor/choir. The antiphon functions as a first and final verse. It is thought that liturgical singing in the early Church consisted in part of such short acclamatory phrases. Many of the antiphons in this collection are proper to a specific Sunday, solemnity, or feast. The rest are seasonal in nature and, like the common Responsorial Psalms of the Lectionary, may be chosen according to what seems best for the occasion. The antiphons of Christmas Day and Easter Sunday could be used at daily Masses during their octaves. Notations in the scores of some antiphons suggest alternate occasions when they are appropriate. Regarding performance, these compositions were conceived with flexibility in mind. Assembly participation and instrumental accompaniment are assumed. SATB choral singing is effective, but not necessary. Discrete use of descants where provided can lend an air of festivity. Psalm verses might be sung by an entire choir, by a small group or cantor, or a combination of both.

SKU: CA.2040909

ISBN 9790007035549. Key: D dorian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2040900.

SKU: CA.2045517

ISBN 9790007196226. Key: G dorian. Language: German/English.

Early version of SWV 386. Score and part available separately - see item CA.2045500.

SKU: CA.2040912

ISBN 9790007195090. Key: D dorian. Language: German/English.

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SKU: CA.2040921

Key: D dorian. Language: German/English.

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SKU: CA.2045515

ISBN 9790007196202. Key: G dorian. Language: German/English.

Early version of SWV 386. Score and part available separately - see item CA.2045500.

SKU: CA.2045516

ISBN 9790007196219. Key: G dorian. Language: German/English.

Early version of SWV 386. Score and part available separately - see item CA.2045500.

SKU: CA.2040923

Key: D dorian. Language: German/English.

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SKU: CA.2040913

ISBN 9790007195106. Key: D dorian. Language: German/English.

Score available separately - see item CA.2040900.

SKU: CY.CC2418

Hans Leo Hassler (1564-1612), son of an organist, was born in Nuremberg and received his initial training in music from his father. As a young man he studied in Venice and became close friends with Giovanni Gabrieli, both eventually studying composition with Giovanni's Uncle Andrea. Hassler gained a reputation as an innovative composer and also traveled throughout Germany as a consultant in the construction of pipe organs.

Dr. Palmer has transcribed this exciting 3 minute work for 6 part Trombone ensemble. It will work well for intermediate performers.

Verbum caro factum est is a beautiful choral work written in antiphonal style. The text has been taken by Hassler from the first chapter of the St. John Gospel and is considered an ancient carol of Christmas based on the text.

And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. (John 1:14)

And we have beheld His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14)

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. (John 1:1)

And we have beheld His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14)

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit.

And we have beheld His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. (John 1:14)

Hear a choral rendition of this work on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80lkSRHhDyQ.