Dum fabricator mundi

This motet for four-part male voices (ATTB) sets a Latin text describing events at the crucifixion. The words paint a dramatic scene: the Creator of the world suffering death, crying out and yielding his spirit. The text continues with the tearing of the temple veil, the opening of tombs, and the piercing of Christ's side, from which blood and water, the very source of our salvation, flowed. Benedictus Ducis's setting captures the solemnity and profound mystery of this moment, offering a powerful musical reflection on the sacrifice of Christ. The rich texture of the ATTB voicing allows for a full and resonant sound, ideal for conveying the gravity of the biblical narrative.