Ecce vidimus eum

This striking motet is drawn from the Tenebrae responsories, and would be highly effective during Holy Week services. The powerful Latin text, depicting Christ bearing our sins and suffering for our iniquities, is set with dramatic intensity. Pietro Amico Giacobetti’s SATTB setting captures the sorrow and pathos of the words, with moments of profound reflection on the redemptive suffering. The rich vocal texture allows for a deeply expressive performance, offering a moving contemplation of the Passion narrative.