SMTV Vol. I, No. 10.1 – Angele Dei (Balsamo)
Angele Dei, qui custos es mei.
Me tibi commissum pietate superna.
(Hodie, Hac nocte) illumina, custodi, rege et guberna.
Amen.
[Angel of God, my guardian dear,
To whom his love commits me here;
Ever this (day, night) be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide.
Amen.]
- Composer: Jude Edgard Balsamo
- Choir: Philippine Madrigal Singers
- Director: Marc Anthony Carpio
- Information about “Angele Dei” from Preces-Latinae.org







I am a great believer in Angels. When I first heard the Madz perform this song at the CCP, I couldn’t explain why tears just started welling down my eyes. It was a spiritual experience as if Angels fluttered their wings and touched me with their hearts. To the composer, you were touched by God and the Angels when you made this song. To the Madz, every performance is an edifying experience of love, faith and God.
thanks for your kind words, tobbie. actually, i was in the middle of a strong downpour which forced me to stay in school till evening. it was during this time i wrote ‘angele dei’. i’m glad you enjoyed the song and the heartfelt performance of the madz.