Tres Cantus Laudendi – Three Songs of Praise SATB Divisi by Mack Wilberg

A Majestic Three-Movement Latin Work for Advanced SATB Divisi Choir

Tres Cantus Laudendi, translated as “Three Songs of Praise,” is an extended sacred concert work by Mack Wilberg for SATB divisi choir. Combining radiant Latin texts, rich tonal writing, recurring musical ideas, and powerful organ and brass sonorities, this three-movement work offers accomplished choirs a substantial and exhilarating concert experience.

The complete work includes Jubilate Deo, Laudate Pueri, and Laudate Dominum. Each movement has its own musical character while contributing to a unified expression of praise. Wilberg’s intricate choral textures, rhythmic energy, and expansive climaxes make Tres Cantus Laudendi especially effective for university choirs, advanced church choirs, festival ensembles, and large sacred concerts.

Please note: This listing is for the complete SATB divisi choral score containing all three movements. Instrumental scores and parts are sold separately.

Why Choir Directors Choose Tres Cantus Laudendi

• Three contrasting movements: The complete work moves from energetic rejoicing to more sustained and reverent expressions of praise.
• Signature Mack Wilberg writing: Sweeping melodic lines, layered choral textures, rhythmic vitality, and brilliant climactic moments give the work an unmistakably Wilberg sound.
• Impressive concert impact: The combination of divided voices, organ, brass, and percussion can create a thrilling large-scale performance.
• Flexible accompaniment possibilities: The work may be performed with organ or with separately available brass and percussion materials.
• Substantial advanced repertoire: It is an excellent choice for choirs seeking a serious extended work rather than a short standalone anthem.
• Sacred Latin text: The traditional words of praise make the music suitable for sacred concerts, festival programs, university performances, and special worship services.

The Three Movements

1. Jubilate Deo

Jubilate Deo opens the work with an energetic call to rejoice. Based on the Latin text of Psalm 100, the movement features rhythmic momentum, brilliant choral writing, and the ceremonial power of organ, brass, and percussion. It establishes the jubilant spirit of the larger composition and may also be performed independently.

2. Laudate Pueri

Laudate Pueri continues the work with text traditionally associated with Psalm 113: “Praise, O servants of the Lord.” Wilberg develops the movement through expressive melodic writing, richly divided choral sonorities, and the careful transformation and interweaving of major musical motifs.

3. Laudate Dominum

Laudate Dominum completes the trilogy with a broad proclamation of praise. Written after the first two movements, it brings the larger work to a compelling conclusion and completes the three-movement form now published as Tres Cantus Laudendi.

Background of the Composition

Laudate Pueri and Jubilate Deo were commissioned and premiered by the Utah Symphony Chorus at Symphony Hall in Salt Lake City in May 1989. Laudate Dominum was composed in early 1990, completing the three-movement work. The full trilogy was performed by the Brigham Young University Concert Choir in March 1990.

The composition was conceived for the impressive combination of divided chorus, organ, brass, and percussion. Its richness of tonality and intricate development of recurring motifs helped establish it as one of Wilberg’s notable extended concert works from this period.

Who Is This Music Best For?

Tres Cantus Laudendi is best suited for:

• Advanced high school honor choirs
• College and university choirs
• Professional and community chorales
• Experienced church and cathedral choirs
• Festival, conference, and all-state ensembles
• Choirs presenting extended sacred concert repertoire
• Directors with access to a capable organist or instrumental ensemble

Because the score uses SATB divisi writing and requires musical independence across the ensemble, it is most appropriate for experienced singers who are comfortable sustaining divided parts, singing in Latin, and navigating complex choral textures.

Composition Details

Title	Tres Cantus Laudendi: Three Songs of Praise
Composer	Mack Wilberg
Voicing	SATB Divisi
Text	Latin; biblical sacred texts
Contents	Jubilate Deo, Laudate Pueri, and Laudate Dominum
Difficulty	Medium Advanced Adult
Accompaniment	Organ; expanded brass and percussion materials available separately
Genre	Sacred Concert / Extended Choral Work
Format	Print choral score / octavo
Publisher	Hinshaw Music
Publisher Catalog Number	HMB178
Hal Leonard SKU	HL.8763122 / HL 08763122
UPC	728215019302
Release	1991
Availability	Print on demand or limited-stock print edition

Orchestration and Accompaniment Options

The choral score may be used with organ, while expanded orchestration materials are available separately. The published large-ensemble orchestration includes:

• 3 Trumpets in C
• 3 Horns in F
• 3 Trombones
• Tuba
• Organ
• 3 Percussion players

The percussion writing calls for instruments including timpani, suspended cymbal, gong, xylophone, and bass chime. Full scores, instrumental parts, reduced scoring materials, and organ-only materials may be separate publications and are not automatically included with the SATB choral score.

Important Ordering Information

This product contains the complete three-movement SATB divisi choral score. It does not include the full orchestral conductor’s score, instrumental parts, or standalone organ score unless specifically stated in the selected product option.

Because Tres Cantus Laudendi is an older, specialized choral publication, copies may be printed in small quantities or produced on demand. Availability and fulfillment times can therefore vary. Schools, universities, churches, and other organizations may contact Teton Music for assistance with larger choir orders or purchase orders.

Why Buy Mack Wilberg Sheet Music from Teton Music?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tres Cantus Laudendi by Mack Wilberg?

Tres Cantus Laudendi, or “Three Songs of Praise,” is a three-movement sacred concert work by Mack Wilberg for SATB divisi choir. Its movements are Jubilate Deo, Laudate Pueri, and Laudate Dominum.

What does “Tres Cantus Laudendi” mean?

The Latin title is generally translated as “Three Songs of Praise.” The title refers to the work’s three Latin sacred movements, each centered on the praise of God.

Which movements are included in Tres Cantus Laudendi?

The complete choral score includes:

1. Jubilate Deo
2. Laudate Pueri
3. Laudate Dominum

Is Jubilate Deo available separately?

Yes. Jubilate Deo has also been published as an individual SATB divisi selection. Directors planning the entire extended work should order Tres Cantus Laudendi, while choirs performing only the opening movement may prefer the separate edition.

What language is the music sung in?

The text is in Latin and is drawn from biblical sacred texts of praise.

What choir voicing is required?

The work is written for SATB divisi choir. Depending on the passage, individual voice sections may divide into additional parts, so the choir should have sufficient numbers and confident independent singers.

How difficult is Tres Cantus Laudendi?

Hinshaw Music classifies the work as medium advanced adult. It is generally best for accomplished high school honor choirs, college and university choirs, experienced church choirs, community chorales, and professional ensembles.

Can the piece be performed with organ only?

Organ accompaniment materials are available, making an organ-supported performance possible. Directors should verify that they have the correct organ score or reduced accompaniment materials because these may be sold separately from the choral score.

Does this choral score include the brass and percussion parts?

No. The SATB divisi choral score does not automatically include the conductor’s score or instrumental parts. Orchestration materials must be ordered separately.

What instruments are used in the full orchestration?

The large orchestration uses organ, three trumpets in C, three horns in F, three trombones, tuba, and three percussion players. Percussion instruments include timpani, suspended cymbal, gong, xylophone, and bass chime.

Can the movements be performed separately?

Yes. The movements can function independently, although together they form the complete three-part work. Jubilate Deo is particularly well established as a standalone concert selection.

Is this appropriate for a church choir?

Yes, provided the choir has the vocal forces and rehearsal time required for the divided writing. It is especially appropriate for major worship services, sacred concerts, conferences, festivals, and other ceremonial occasions.

Is this the vocal score or the full orchestral score?

This listing is for the complete SATB divisi choral score, Hinshaw catalog number HMB178. It is not the large-orchestra conductor’s score or instrumental parts.

Can schools and churches order with a purchase order?

Yes. Teton Music accepts purchase orders from qualifying schools, universities, churches, and other organizations. Contact us for help with choir quantities or related accompaniment materials.