Dixit Joseph undecim fratribus suis

This impressive motet for double SSATB,AATTB choir sets a dramatic biblical narrative. Jean de Castro crafts a rich polyphonic texture, allowing the distinct vocal lines to weave together as the story unfolds. The text recounts Joseph's revelation to his brothers in Egypt and their subsequent joyous reunion with their father, Jacob. The music vividly portrays the shifting emotions of the story, from the brothers' stunned disbelief to Jacob's reawakening hope. The sheer scale of the forces employed, combined with the expressive Latin text, results in a powerful and moving sacred work from the Renaissance period. It is a compelling choice for choirs seeking substantial and evocative repertoire.