Ubi Caritas
Ubi Caritas featured simple four-part singing, conservative ranges, and straightforward rhythms create a tapestry of sound for the solo chant line which may be sung by a soloist, performed by solo organ stop, or a C instrument.
Suitable for general use, during Holy Week, general use, or in a concert setting.
Available Voicings:
SATB, unaccompanied
SATB, piano
SSAA, unaccompanied
TTBB, unaccompanied
SAB, piano
3-Part Mixed, piano
2 Part, piano
TB, piano
Unison, piano
"Where there is charity and love, God is there."
Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.
Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor.
Exsultemus, et in ipso jucundemur.
Timeamus, et amemus Deum vivum.
Et ex corde diligamus nos sincero.
Where charity and love are, God is there.
Christ's love has gathered us into one.
Let us rejoice and be pleased in Him.
Let us fear, and let us love the living God.
And may we love each other with a sincere heart.
"Where there is charity and love, God is there."
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| Latin text | | English translation |
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- Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.
- Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor.
- Exsultemus, et in ipso jucundemur.
- Timeamus, et amemus Deum vivum.
- Et ex corde diligamus nos sincero.
- Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.
- Simul ergo cum in unum congregamur:
- Ne nos mente dividamur, caveamus.
- Cessent iurgia maligna, cessent lites.
- Et in medio nostri sit Christus Deus.
- Ubi caritas et amor, Deus ibi est.
- Simul quoque cum beatis videamus,
- Glorianter vultum tuum, Christe Deus:
- Gaudium quod est immensum, atque probum,
- Saecula per infinita saeculorum. Amen.
| | - Where charity and love are, there God is.
- The love of Christ has gathered us into one.
- Let us exult, and in Him be joyful.
- Let us fear and let us love the living God.
- And from a sincere heart let us love each other (and Him).
- Where charity and love are, there God is.
- Therefore, whensoever we are gathered as one:
- Lest we in mind be divided, let us beware.
- Let cease malicious quarrels, let strife give way.
- And in the midst of us be Christ our God.
- Where charity and love are, there God is.
- Together also with the blessed may we see,
- Gloriously, Thy countenance, O Christ our God:
- A joy which is immense, and also approved:
- Through infinite ages of ages. Amen.
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“Ubi Caritas” is a traditional Latin Christian hymn long associated with the Catholic Liturgy, specifically sung during the washing of the feet on Holy Thursday. The title translates to “Where Charity and Love Are.” The text focuses on Christian unity, brotherly love, and the presence of God within a community. The musical history of “Ubi Caritas” spans over 1,200 years, evolving from a single, unaccompanied medieval melody into one of the most frequently rearranged texts in modern choral music.
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“Ubi Caritas” by Michael John Trotta is
a contemporary classical choral setting of the traditional Latin antiphon. The piece blends ancient Gregorian plainsong with modern, lush harmonic textures and cluster chords. It features simple four-part singing with straightforward rhythms, allowing a solo chant line—which can be performed by a vocalist, an organ stop, or a C instrument—to weave through the texture.
Lyrics and Translation
The composition utilizes the traditional Latin text, often associated with Maundy Thursday, which focuses on themes of love and unity. The full Latin lyrics and English translation are available via the publisher’s website.
Available Voicings & Sheet Music
Trotta’s setting is highly accessible, featuring arrangements for various ensemble types, including SATB, SSAA, TTBB, SAB, 3-Part Mixed, 2-Part, TB, and Unison. Scores and audio previews can be accessed through the
official website or music distributors.
