Rorate caeli de super - Welcome to Advent Early

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The quintessential Advent prosa with a lovely alternation between chant and harmonization. The harmonization is by Perruchet, about whom I know absolutely nothing. Just enjoy the music!

Why early?  I'm going on the road and didn't want to miss Advent I.

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