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Christus factus est II WAB 10
Staff Notation • Sacred, Motets
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Different typesettings and voicings of the same work. This page shows the main edition; the others are below.
SSAATTBB · Alexander Reuter
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Christus factus est II WAB 10 by Anton Bruckner — Lyrics
Christus factus est pro nobis obediens
usque ad mortem, mortem autem crucis.
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About Christus factus est II WAB 10
Anton Bruckner's setting of Christus factus est is a powerful motet for SSAATTBB chorus. Based on a Gregorian antiphon for Maundy Thursday, the text reflects on Christ's obedience unto death, and God's subsequent exaltation of him. Bruckner's own deep Catholic faith informs his masterful handling of this profound liturgical text. The composer's characteristic harmonic richness and soaring melodic lines are evident even in this relatively brief but impactful work. The Latin text,
