What is a Libretto?
The word "libretto" is derived from Italian and means "a small book". In reference to music, the libretto is the text used in an extended musical work such as an opera, operetta, masque, oratorio, cantata, or musical. The term "libretto" is also sometimes used to refer to the text of major liturgical works, such as a requiem and sacred cantata, or even the story line of a ballet.
The Rosary for World Peace master libretto comprises four acts, each of which pertains to a separate orchestral and choral performance.
The Sorrowful Mysteries:
The Scourging at the Pillar
Duet—Mary and Pharisee Nicodemus
Pharisee Nicodemus
Weeping she hath wept in the Night,
her tears were on her cheeks:
There is None to Comfort her.
(La 1:2)
Mary
Lord, when wilt Thou Look Upon me?
Rescue Thou My Soul from their Malice:
My Only One from The Lions.
(Ps 34:17)
