Diligere Deum

This devotional motet for SATB choir is sung in Latin and would be suitable for Communion services in the Catholic tradition. The text, drawn from scripture, emphasizes that love for God with one's whole heart and for one's neighbour as oneself is of greater value than all sacrifices. Nobuaki Izawa sets this profound text with musical language that seeks to illuminate the spiritual significance of the words. The composer's setting offers a reflective and devotional experience, perfect for moments of contemplation within a liturgical context. The choir's SATB voicing allows for rich harmonic textures to convey the text's message of divine and human love.