Agnus Dei, Adagio for Strings
Barber
About This Music
Samuel Barber’s Agnus Dei (Adagio for Strings) is a slow, reflective piece with a calm, reverent feel. Originally written as Adagio for Strings, it was later arranged for choir using the Latin text Agnus Dei. It is often chosen for entrance music, the committal, or a quiet moment of reflection. Its sacred origins make it particularly suited to Christian funerals, though it can work just as well in a secular service. Families often choose this piece for someone remembered for their gentleness, dignity or quiet strength. It creates space to pause, reflect and remember.
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