Bone Pastor

Oliver Hayes's setting of Bone pastor, panis vere is a sacred motet for SATB choir. The Latin text is a Marian antiphon, a prayer to Jesus as the good shepherd and the bread of life, asking him to nourish, protect, and show us the good things in the land of the living, and to make us companions of the saints. The composer draws on the rich tradition of motet composition, offering a devotional setting that calls for confident vocal delivery. The music explores the profound spiritual meaning of the text, creating a powerful and reflective experience for both choir and listeners. This work is well-suited to services or concerts where sacred choral music is featured.