Benedic Domine - Agimus tibi gratias

Andrea Rota’s Benedic Domine – Agimus tibi gratias opens with a homophonic texture, the upper voices SATTB weaving a rich chordal sound. The composer uses this dense sonority to express the devotional weight of the Latin text, a table grace. The first section asks for God’s blessing on the food to be received, while the second offers thanks for all his benefits. The text speaks of profound gratitude to the omnipotent God, who lives and reigns for ever and ever. This motet is ideal for occasions requiring a concise, devotional setting of a prayer of thanksgiving, sung in eight parts.