Agimus tibi
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets, Prayer
2 editions of this piece
Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
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Agimus tibi by Ferdinand di Lasso — Lyrics
About Agimus tibi
This five-part motet for SATTB voices sets a Latin text of thanksgiving. Ferdinand di Lasso crafts a rich texture, opening with a syllabic declaration before developing into more flowing lines. The music carefully delineates the devotional meaning of the words, which express profound gratitude to God for all his gifts. The polyphony allows for interplay between the voices, creating a sonorous and devotional atmosphere. This motet is suitable as a table grace or for other occasions of thanksgiving within a sacred context.