Structure and Style: This movement is a lively, jubilant chorus for SATB (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) voices, accompanied by a small baroque ensemble, typically strings and continuo. It’s written in a brisk, celebratory tempo, reflecting the text’s praise of God’s glory.

Text: The lyrics come from the Latin Mass: “Propter magnam gloriam tuam” (“For the sake of your great glory”). It’s a short, exultant declaration, emphasizing divine majesty.

Musical Features: Vivaldi employs energetic rhythms and a homophonic texture, where the voices move together in block chords, creating a bold, unified sound. The strings often double the vocal lines or provide spirited interludes, driving the momentum. It’s a contrast to the more introspective or intricate movements that precede and follow it.

Context in the Work: Positioned after the serene “Et in terra pax” and before the fugal “Domine Deus,” this movement acts as a burst of praise, showcasing Vivaldi’s knack for vivid emotional shifts. It’s relatively brief but punchy, setting up the next section’s complexity.