Adiutorium nostrum

The words of this motet express a plea for divine assistance, invoking the Lord as our helper and asking for swift aid through His mercy. The text also calls upon saints George and Henry, and mentions Saint Catherine, suggesting a personal devotion or a specific occasion. Antoine de Févin has set this Latin text for a rich ATTB vocal ensemble. As a composer of the French Renaissance, Févin was known for his sacred polyphony, and this work likely reflects the intricate contrapuntal style typical of the period.