A mi Señor disfrazado miré

Gaspar Fernandes was a leading composer of his time in New Spain. This sacred Spanish motet for treble, alto, and tenor voices reflects the devotional traditions of the era. The text, 'A mi Señor disfrazado miré' (I saw my Lord disguised), explores the concept of Christ's presence being recognized through faith, even when veiled. The lyrics poetically describe an unrecognized but ultimately knowable divine presence, hinting at the Incarnation and the Eucharist. The composer sets this contemplative text with musical lines that mirror the searching and eventual recognition described in the words.