Christus Factus Est

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Instrumental Only?
No
Description

SATB with organ, and optional Soprano solo. Latin text of Philippians 2:8-9. Rich chromatic harmonies in the organ undergird a chantlike choral line. Almost unison throughout with some minor divisi. Easy to learn with your small choir and deliciously lush. Use for communion anytime (or ... how about on Ash Wednesday while the ashes are being administered).

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Lyrics

Christus factus est pro nobis obediens usque ad mortem autem crucis. Propter quod Deus exaltavit illum et dedit illi nomen quod est super omne nomen.

[Christ became for us, obedient even unto death on the cross. Wherefore God has exalted him and given him a name which is above all names.]