Dum perambularet Dominus

Eliseo Ghibel's Dum perambularet Dominus paints a vivid scene of God searching for Adam in the Garden of Eden after the fall. The text, sung in Latin, captures Adam's fear and shame upon hearing God's voice, confessing his nakedness. This sacred motet is written for a substantial SATTBB choir, allowing for rich harmonic textures and dramatic contrasts. The composer uses the lush, full sound of the eight-part choir to explore the profound emotions of the narrative, from divine inquiry to human vulnerability and a plea for mercy. It offers a powerful and moving setting of this biblical moment.