Christi mater, ave

Gaspar van Weerbeke's motet Christi mater, ave is a devotional Latin text addressed to the Virgin Mary. The four-part setting for ATTB voices unfolds a heartfelt plea for intercession and protection. The singer entrusts themselves to Mary's care, begging her not to abandon them in their weakness and to pray to Christ that they may not perish. The composer's skill is evident in the expressive setting of these earnest words, creating a moving meditation on faith and reliance. This motet belongs to the sacred choral tradition, offering a moment of profound spiritual reflection for both performers and listeners.