Ad te, domine, levavi

Francesco Stivori's motet Ad te, domine, levavi is a powerful setting of a deeply personal Latin text. Taken from Psalm 25, the words express a plea for divine mercy and guidance: "To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul; my God, in you I trust. Have mercy on me and save me, for I have sinned against you." Composed for SATTB voices, Stivori's music likely reflects the penitential and devotional nature of the lyrics, typical of sacred motets from the Renaissance or early Baroque periods. This work offers a compelling opportunity for choirs to explore rich vocal textures and express profound spiritual sentiment.