2 Motetten op. 131

Franz Lachner’s two motets, Op. 131, are written for SATB choir and set sacred Latin texts. The first motet, Tristis est anima mea, explores the sorrow and betrayal of Christ during his Agony in the Garden. It vividly portrays the disciples’ flight and the disciples’ fear and confusion in the face of his suffering. The second motet, O bone Jesu, shifts to a prayer for comfort and salvation. It is a plea for divine mercy, seeking solace in the Lord's goodness and compassion. Both pieces offer a reflective and devotional musical experience, suitable for liturgical settings or contemplative listening.