Christe, du Lamm Gottes

Sung during the liturgy, this motet by Michael Praetorius sets the Agnus Dei text in German. The composer’s skillful use of double choir (SATB.SATB) creates a rich, antiphonal texture. The words, a prayer to Christ as the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world, are set with solemnity and deep devotion, building to a final plea for peace. Praetorius’s handling of the text is both texturally innovative and spiritually profound, making this a powerful addition to any sacred choral programme.