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Monteverdi VESPERS of 1610

Claudio Monteverdi’s “Vespro della Beata Vergine” that sets the high point in early Baroque sacred music.  It is a collection of liturgical pieces — psalms, hymns, and motets — all set to Latin texts.

Monteverdi employs a variety of musical forms and textures, from expansive polychoral settings that exploit the spatial possibilities of the church interior, to intimate solo passages and intricate instrumental ritornellos. The Vespers also integrate elements of secular music, such as dance rhythms and dramatic vocal lines, highlighting Monteverdi’s innovative approach to sacred composition.

Notable sections include the “Dixit Dominus,” with its choral and instrumental interplay, and the “Magnificat,” which concludes the Vespers with a triumphant affirmation of faith.

Monteverdi’s Vespers are celebrated for their emotional depth, technical brilliance, and their role in bridging the Renaissance and Baroque musical eras.

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Psalm 84

“Yea, the sparrow hath found an house, and the swallow a nest for herself,

where she may lay her young, even thine altars,

O Lord of hosts, my King, and my God.”

–  King James 84:3

 

“Library Lawn and Chapel; Pembroke College” | James Hart Dyke b. 1966

Blessed are those whose strength is in you,
whose hearts are set on pilgrimage.
As they pass through the Valley of Baka,
they make it a place of springs;
the autumn rains also cover it with pools.
They go from strength to strength,
till each appears before God in Zion.

Hear my prayer, Lord God Almighty;
listen to me, God of Jacob.
Look on our shield, O God;
look with favor on your anointed one.

Better is one day in your courts
than a thousand elsewhere;
I would rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God
than dwell in the tents of the wicked.
For the Lord God is a sun and shield;
the Lord bestows favor and honor;
no good thing does he withhold
from those whose walk is blameless.

Lord Almighty,
blessed is the one who trusts in you.

Sir Christopher Wren Architect

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“We Plough the Fields, and Scatter”

The hymn is based on a German poem titled “Wir pflügen und wir streuen,” which was written by Matthias Claudius (1740-1815), a German poet and journalist. The poem first appeared in 1782 as part of a larger work, “Paul Erdmann’s Fest,” which was a fictional account of a harvest festival.


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“Rerum cognoscere causas”

The London School of Economics does not have a single central, marquee building that defines the entire campus as typical for many US colleges and universities. Rather, it consists of a collection of buildings located around the Aldwych and Clare Market areas in central London. However, some notable buildings include:

Old Building: One of the most iconic and historic buildings of LSE, often associated with the institution’s identity.

New Academic Building: A modern and well-equipped facility that hosts a variety of academic departments and student services.

Lionel Robbins Library: Home to the British Library of Political and Economic Science, one of the largest libraries in its field.

Centre Building: A newer addition to the campus, providing state-of-the-art facilities for teaching and learning.

These structures collectively define that LSE settlement in central London.

Lesser known facts about the London School of Economics

 

“All People That On Earth Do Dwell”

RE: Ralph Vaughn Williams interpretation:

  • Harmonization of the Tune: “All People That on Earth Do Dwell” is set to the tune “Old Hundredth,” which is one of the most well-known hymn tunes and dates back to the 16th century. Vaughan Williams created a notable harmonization of this tune for the 1953 coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. His arrangement brought a fresh and majestic quality to the already beloved hymn, making it suitable for grand ceremonial occasions.
  • Orchestration for the Coronation Service: Vaughan Williams not only harmonized the hymn but also orchestrated it for a full choir and orchestra for the coronation service. This orchestration enhanced the hymn’s grandeur and was used during the recessional at the end of the service, leaving a lasting impression on the attendees and listeners.
  • Influence on Hymnody: Vaughan Williams’ work on “All People That on Earth Do Dwell” is part of his broader impact on hymnody. Through his contributions, including this specific harmonization and orchestration, he helped to elevate and modernize hymn singing within the Anglican tradition and beyond.

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