Crucem sanctam

Johann Michael Haydn sets a powerful Latin text that recounts Christ's victory over death. The words describe Christ ascending the holy cross, shattering hell, and girding himself with power, before rising again on the third day, accompanied by a jubilant Alleluia. This sacred motet is written for SATB choir, offering a rich sonic palette to convey the dramatic and triumphant narrative of the Passion and Resurrection. It is a fitting choice for services or concerts that focus on the Easter narrative or the significance of the Cross.