Music of Advent, Day 10, Second Tuesday – Veni redemptor gentium

In 2021, the second Tuesday in Advent is also the feast day of Saint Ambrose of Milan (7 December), and to him is attributed the hymn Veni redemptor gentium.

Background

Latin and English Translations at Hymns and Carols of Christmas

Recording of “Come Thou Redeemer of the Earth” by the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of the Apostles

Recording of a Chant version

Recording of a version with a contemporary beat