Composer

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Alfonso X (el Sabio)

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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4:16

The Cantiga de Santa María 268, Gran confiança na Madre de Deus sempr' aver devemos, was composed by Alfonso X (el Sabio) in the 13th century. It is a part of the Cantigas de Santa María, a collection of over 400 songs dedicated to the Virgin Mary. The Cantiga de Santa María 268 is one of the most popular and well-known songs in the collection. The premiere of the Cantiga de Santa María 268 is not known, but it was likely performed in the royal court of Alfonso X. The song is written in Galician-Portuguese, the language of the troubadours and the courtly love tradition of medieval Spain. The Cantiga de Santa María 268 is divided into three movements. The first movement is a praise of the Virgin Mary, emphasizing her power and grace. The second movement tells the story of a man who was saved from drowning by the Virgin Mary. The man had been sailing on a ship when a storm hit, and he prayed to the Virgin Mary for help. She appeared to him and saved him from the storm. The third movement is a prayer to the Virgin Mary, asking for her protection and guidance. The Cantiga de Santa María 268 is characterized by its simple melody and repetitive structure. The melody is based on a medieval chant, and the lyrics are written in a simple, straightforward style. The song is meant to be sung by a soloist, accompanied by a small ensemble of instruments. The Cantiga de Santa María 268 is a testament to the devotion of Alfonso X to the Virgin Mary. It is a beautiful and moving tribute to the power and grace of the Virgin Mary, and it continues to be performed and appreciated today.

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