Adoro te devote:
A Communion Processional on a Chant Theme

Highlights

• Latin text for choir, English text for congregation
• Accompaniment for organ and 6 handbells
• Adaptable length - choose from 7 Latin and 7 English verses

Description

Introduction and interludes weave the verses of this well-known chant melody into a processional of calm and stately beauty. The original Latin text by Saint Thomas Aquinas is sung in two versions (unison or 2-part mixed voices) by the choir. After a brief interlude for handbells and organ, the congregation, led by the cantor, sings the English verse which translates the Latin sung by the choir. The congregational verses come from the beautiful translation by Anthony J. Petti (Faber Music Ltd, London). Adoro te devote - A Communion Processional on a Chant Theme invites the congregation's participation, but also allows time for processing to communion and for reflection and meditation.