First Born of Creation

Roger Petrich’s First Born of Creation is a powerful TTBBBB anthem for male voices, setting a sacred text in Latin. The lyrics, adapted from Colossians 1:15-18, explore profound theological concepts. They describe Christ as the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation, and the one through whom all things hold together. The text further proclaims his role as the head of the body, the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, and the Lord of Life. The initial phrase, Resurrexi et adhuc tecum sum, translates to 'I arose and am still with thee,' setting a tone of resurrection and enduring presence. This piece offers a rich harmonic and textual experience for a mature male choir.