Cor meum

Orlando di Lasso’s Cor meum is a moving motet for six-part choir, SSATBB. The piece opens with a striking homophonic texture, depicting the distress of the text, which speaks of a troubled heart and failing strength. As the motet unfolds, Lasso employs imitative polyphony, building intensity as the lament continues. The composer masterfully contrasts moments of profound sadness with passages of greater agitation, reflecting the deeply personal nature of the words. This is a compelling setting of a powerful devotional text, demanding expressive singing and precise ensemble from the choir.