Discite a me

The interplay of voices in João Baptista Lehmann’s Discite a me creates a gentle, flowing texture, immediately establishing a sense of peace. This sacred motet draws its text from the Gospel of Matthew, where Christ invites those burdened by life’s labours to find rest in him. The composer sets the Greek and Latin words with a sensitive ear, allowing the message of solace to unfold naturally through the music. Scored for SA and TB choirs, the piece offers a rewarding challenge, particularly in its homophonic passages which demand precise intonation and careful blending. It is a devotional offering, its musical language clear and direct, reflecting the simple yet profound invitation at its heart.