Description

Bárdos Lajos: Libera me – Choral Work for Mixed Voices | Sheet Music

Visio de Judicio Ultimo
vocal/choral score

Product Information

Title: Libera me
Alternate Title: Visio de Judicio Ultimo
Composer: Lajos Bárdos
Language: Latin
Setting: Mixed Voices (a cappella)
Instrumentation: SATB
Genre: Religious Works / Church Music
Grade: 3
Duration: 3.5 minutes
Length: 8 pages
Format: B/5 (17 x 24 cm)
Weight: 0.013 kg
Publication Date: April 1978
Publisher: Universal Music Publishing Editio Musica Budapest
Item Number: 8331
ISMN: 9790080083314 / 979-0080083314

Overview

"Libera me" is a sacred choral composition for mixed voices by the esteemed Hungarian composer Lajos Bárdos. Set in the timeless language of Latin, this piece—subtitled Visio de Judicio Ultimo ("Vision of the Final Judgment")—draws upon the rich traditions of liturgical music. In just 3.5 minutes and spanning 8 pages, the work offers a concentrated, prayerful expression through its carefully crafted SATB setting, evoking a reflective mood appropriate for both worship and concert settings.

Latin Translation - Overview

Libera me est compositio sacra pro vocibus mixtis a clarissimo Hungarico compositor Lajos Bárdos. In lingua Latina, lingua aeterna, hoc opus sub titulo “Visio de Judicio Ultimo” (Vultus de Iudicio Ultimo) radicitus in traditionibus liturgicis innititur. In tantum 3.5 minutis et per 8 paginas distributum, opus breve et precarium modum exprimens praebet per dispositionem SATB, qui animum meditativum et sacrum afficit, aptum ad cultum vel ad concentus sollemnes.

Product Features

Sacred Setting: Composed for a cappella mixed choir, ideal for liturgical and concert presentations.
Clear Notation: Printed on high-quality, durable paper ensuring longevity for rehearsal and performance.
Expressive Harmony: Utilizes a balanced SATB texture to evoke a reflective and solemn atmosphere.
Repertoire Level: Grade 3—suited for choirs with intermediate to advanced skills in sacred choral music.

Interesting Facts

Musical Legacy:
Lajos Bárdos (1899–1986) was a pivotal figure in 20th-century Hungarian choral music. A student of Zoltán Kodály, his work as a composer, choirmaster, and educator significantly elevated the quality and international recognition of Hungarian choral singing.
Liturgical Influence:
"Libera me" reflects Bárdos's ability to merge classical polyphony with the emotional depth of sacred texts, drawing on both the Hungarian folk tradition and the spiritual gravitas of Renaissance choral practices.
Historical Context:
First published in April 1978, this work is part of a distinguished catalog of religious compositions that continue to inspire choirs worldwide.

Latin Translation - Interesting Facts

Musicae Legatum:
Lajos Bárdos (1899–1986) vir praeclarus fuit in musica chori Hungarica saeculi XX. Discipulus Zoltán Kodály, eius opus ut compositor, karnagus, atque educator magnum incrementum attulit in laude et internationali agnitione cantus chori Hungarici.
Influentia Liturgica:
"Libera me" ostendit facultatem Bárdos unire polyphoniam classicam cum profunda affectu sacrorum textuum, innixus tam traditione Hungarica populari quam gravitate spirituali praxim chori Renascionalis.
Contextus Historicus:
Primo editum est mense Aprili 1978, et hic liber pars est catervae compositionum religiosarum insignium, quae choros per orbem terrarum inspirant.