Digital Download SKU: A0.878593 By Anonymous 4. By Anonymous: Las Huelgas Codex (c. 1400). Arranged by Susan Hellauer. Christmas,Early Music,Medieval,Sacred. 3 pages. Susan Hellauer #3213231. Published by Susan Hellauer (A0.878593). Anonymous two-voice sequence from the Las Huelgas Codex (c. 1300) from Anonymous 4's recording Secret Voices (2011; harmonia mundi 807510). Duration: 2' 46. The medieval sequence (sequentia) is a part of the Proper of the Mass, following the Alleluia. It is characterized by a double-versicle structure (1a-1b, 2a-2b, etc. with occasional variations) for any number of stanzas. They were written in great numbers, for the highest feasts, as well as for the lowliest local saints. With a few exceptions (e.g., Victimae paschali laudes, Dies irae), they were expunged in the 16th century by the Council of Trent. This sweet, intimate sequence is really a duo love song to the Virgin Mary. Although the original notation does not show exact rhythms, Anonymous 4 performed it with a gentle 6/8 sway. Scores in two different keys are included, but this song may be sung in any comfortable key.Â
