The boys who make up the vocal band Libera have been described as “normal” and “ordinary.” However, as their recordings and performances demonstrate, the music they produce is truly extraordinary. With shimmering, mystical chords and ecstatic harmonies, they are unlike any other group you have ever heard. These are truly sounds to lift the soul, celestial sounds for a new time.
The singers of Libera, who are aged seven to sixteen, attend many different local schools in South London and come from a variety of backgrounds. Although they are boys and they sing, they do not think of themselves as choirboys, but rather as an alternative kind of boy band.
While the unique sound of Libera may be impossible to pigeonhole, its universal appeal has endeared the group to fans all over the world, particularly in the US, the UK, Korea and Japan, where their CDs top the mainstream and classical charts and where they pack concert halls appearing in their trademark flowing white robes on imaginatively lit stages.
Sanctus II
Libera Lyrics
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Benedictus, benedictus
qui venit in nomine benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Benedictus, Benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria tuas
Benedictus, benedictus
qui venit in nomine benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria tuas
The lyrics of Libera's song Sanctus II are in Latin and consist of repeated verses, with variations in the ending. In essence, the song praises God and exalts His holy name. The opening verses say "Benedictus" which means "Blessed," and reiterate the name of God. The following stanza declares that God is the Lord of Hosts, and His glory fills the heavens and the earth. The final verse reiterates the glory of God, indicating that it's widespread and present in heaven and earth.
The song's lyrics have a solemn and reverent tone. It reflects the Catholic tradition of using the Latin language for sacred music. The piece is a choral work that features a children's choir, accompanied by a string orchestra. The song's peaceful melody emphasizes the beauty of the lyrics, which evoke feelings of awe, adoration, and reverence.
Overall, the song Sanctus II is a beautiful and reverent tribute to God, expressing the exaltation of His holy name and the splendor of His glory that fills the universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Sanctus
A holy and sacred invocation of the Trinity, the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit
Benedictus, benedictus
Blessed, blessed
qui venit in nomine benedictus
Who comes in the name of blessing
In nomine
In the name of
Domine
The Lord, the Master
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Holy Lord God of hosts
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Heaven and earth are full of His Glory
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
The heavens are full of Glory
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria tua
Your Glory fills heaven and earth
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Jaffy Bustamante
Sanctus
Benedictus, benedictus
qui venit in nomine benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Benedictus, Benedictus
qui venit in nomine benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria tuas
Benedictus, benedictus
qui venit in nomine benedictus
In nomine
Domine
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria
Sanctus Dominus Deus Sabbaoth
Pleni sunt coeli gloria.
Sanctus
Pleni sunt coeli et terra Gloria tuas
Ashley Henderson
It doesn't matter how many times I watch/listen to this video, it brings me to tears every time. Such beautiful, angelic voices
Elenilda de Oliveira
Me too. I cry.
Lynn Pearce
Totally agree with you.
EternalSnow5362
I can't stop listening to their songs. They are my Heaven on Earth.
Herman Lieberom
Really beautiful and pure. Makes me feel happy and gives me rest and a quiet time every time I listen to these boys.
3395cliffroad
To Michael Horncastle, Tom Cully and all the boys: If only you knew how much joy you bring to so many people, including myself. Thank you very much, may God always bless you and keep you safe.
EnnaCheikyView
This has become my Prayers every night to go to bed, The Angelic voice that accompanies me through night. So Holy!
Sally Ann Loveday
Oh wow... a little Tom and Micheal too.. It is so fantastic to see the boys progress to taking lead solos, but to see them as little 'uns is lovely.. Thankyou LIBERA for continuing to bring fantastic music into our lives, much more please... :0)x
diana thielmann
This group was amazing. They were so magnetic and heartily. Mini tom and Michel Horncastle
liberaesque
This is one of the better arrangements of Sanctus. Love the final part.