Christe tibi nati sumus

This devotional motet for SATB voices sets a Latin text of supplication to Christ. The composer Jacob Meiland crafts a rich, imitative texture, drawing the singers into close partnership as they explore the devotional text. The music opens with the voices entering in succession, creating a sense of yearning and deep reflection. As the piece unfolds, the independent lines weave together, at times homophonically, at others with contrapuntal interest, all serving the prayerful plea to Christ. The text asks to be born for him, to live for him alone, and to be guided by him in all endeavours. This is sacred music of the 16th century, intended to draw the listener closer to God through the beauty of composed sound.