Alleluia. Vespere autem Sabbathi

The words describe Mary Magdalene and the other Mary coming to the tomb on the first day of the week, a scene of profound spiritual significance. William Byrd captures this moment of dawning revelation in a motet of exquisite beauty. Scored for treble, alto, and tenor voices, this setting of the Latin text is a powerful expression of devotion and awe. Byrd's masterful command of vocal writing shines through, creating a rich and resonant sound world perfectly suited to the sacred subject matter. The SAT voicing allows for intimate yet powerful harmonic colours, ideal for conveying the quiet anticipation and ultimate joy of the Easter message.