Gaudete (1581) Anonymous Bremerton WestSound Symphony and Chorale

Gaudete is a sacred Christmas carol, thought to have been composed in the 16th century. It was published in Piae Cantiones, a collection of Finnish/Swedish sacred songs from 1581. Bremerton WestSound Symphony and Chorale This performance was inspired by Dr. Mark Herring of Eugene, Oregon. Latin English Gaudete, gaudete! Rejoice, rejoice! Christus est natus Christ is born Ex Maria virgine, Of the Virgin Mary – gaudete! Rejoice! Tempus adest gratiæ Hoc quod optabamus, Carmina lætitiæ Devote reddamus. The time of grace has come— What we have wished for; Songs of joy Let us give back faithfully. Deus homo factus est Natura mirante, Mundus renovatus est A Christo regnante. God has become man, With nature marveling, The world has been renewed By the reigning Christ. Ezechielis porta Clausa pertransitur, Unde lux est orta Salus invenitur. The closed gate of Ezekiel Is passed through, Whence the light is risen; Salvation has been found. Ergo nostra contio Psallat iam in lustro; Benedicat Domino: Salus Regi nostro. Therefore, let our assembly Now sing in brightness Let it bless the Lord: Salvation to our Kin