Ecce Homo

The stark opening words 'Ecce homo' - 'Behold the man' - immediately paint a profound scene of suffering and sacrifice. Remi Studer's motet for SSAATTBB voices explores this poignant moment with rich harmonic language. The Latin text, deeply rooted in sacred tradition, evokes contemplation of Christ's passion. This setting, for a large choir, allows for immense depth of expression, with the combined forces of six vocal parts creating a powerful and resonant sound world. The composer uses the interplay between the voices to convey the weight and gravity of the text, making this a deeply moving and impactful liturgical or concert motet.