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In Festo Sancti Francisci (On the feast of Saint Francis)
23643970
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Organ, Piano - Level 3 - Digital Download
SKU: A0.1819192
Composed by Paolo Fissi. This edition: pdf. 21st Century, Chamber, Christian, Religious. Organ and Piano. 44 pages. Paolo Fissi #1379333. Published by Paolo Fissi (A0.1819192).In Festo Sancti Francisci
Music by Paolo Fissi | Text by Sister Lorenza Strozzi (1514–1591)
Overview In Festo Sancti Francisci is a sacred contemporary composition that bridges the gap between Renaissance poetic tradition and a modern, refined musical language. Written for a unique ensemble—Soprano solo, SATB Choir, Flute, Piano, and Organ—the work explores a wide palette of tonal colors, ranging from intimate, meditative moments to grand, solemn proclamations.
The Text The spiritual core of the work lies in the Latin verses of Sister Lorenza Strozzi, a Dominican nun and one of the few women of the Italian Renaissance to publish her own hymns. Her text provides a vivid hagiographic portrait of Saint Francis of Assisi, depicting his "pietas," his radical embrace of poverty, the mystical miracle of the stigmata, and his preaching to the faithful. By setting this text, the composition restores a rare and precious 16th-century female voice to the modern choral repertoire.
Instrumentation and Structure The score is characterized by its evocative use of the ensemble:
The Soprano Soloist: Often acts as the soul's voice, carrying the most lyrical and virtuosic lines.
The SATB Choir: Represents the praying community, providing solid harmonic pillars and dramatic intensity.
The Instrumental Dialogue: The combined use of Piano and Organ creates a rich, multi-layered foundation, blending the timeless liturgical solemnity of the organ with the rhythmic clarity of the piano. The Flute weaves through the texture like a spiritual thread, symbolizing nature and the "Franciscan" lightness of spirit.
Performance Context With its sophisticated harmonic structure and profound spiritual narrative, this piece is ideal for:
Sacred music concerts and festivals.
Liturgical celebrations for the Feast of Saint Francis.
Choral ensembles looking for a unique contemporary work with historical and literary depth.
Note: A separate Octavo edition of the choral part is also available for purchase.
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