Ecce virgo concipiet

This motet draws on the prophecy of Isaiah, foretelling the birth of a son who will be called Emmanuel, God with us. The text, presented here in its original Hebrew and in the traditional Latin translation, paints a scene of profound hope and divine promise. Nobuaki Izawa sets this sacred text for SATB choir, creating a rich sonic landscape. The motet explores the spiritual weight of the prophecy, building a musical reflection on the coming of a savior.