Symbolizes humility and the rejection of worldly riches. 3. Musical Characteristics
Use simple, archaic, and emotive Romanian (e.g., Preacurata , Vistierie , Lăcaș ). Symbols: The Flower/Lily: Represents Mary’s purity. Intr-Un Sat Din Galileea
Start softly ( piano ) during the dialogue with the Angel and build to a more joyful volume ( forte ) during the announcement of the birth. 4. Cultural Context Symbolizes humility and the rejection of worldly riches
Represents the presence of God and the hope Jesus brings. and emotive Romanian (e.g.
"Intr-Un Sat Din Galileea" (In a Village in Galilee) is a classic Romanian Christian carol ( colind ) that tells the story of the Annunciation and the birth of Jesus.