Absalom, mijn zoon

A profound meditation on grief, this motet for SATB voices sets a poignant Dutch text reflecting King David's lament for his son Absalom. The music powerfully conveys the raw emotion of the king's despair, his desperate cry echoing through the sacred space. It is a deeply moving work, suitable for services or concerts during periods of reflection or remembrance, offering a moment of communal empathy and contemplation. The composer, Willem Verkaik, crafts a setting that is both textually faithful and musically resonant, allowing the sorrowful narrative to unfold with dramatic intensity.