Ecclesiae militantis

This is a sacred motet for three voices (SAT) in Latin, composed by Guillaume Dufay. The text is addressed to the militant Church, exalting Rome as its triumphant seat. It recounts the divine inspiration behind the election of Eugenius IV as Pope, highlighting his virtues and the favour shown by God and the Venetian people. The music likely features intricate polyphony typical of the period, with the three voices interacting to convey the solemnity and celebratory nature of the text. Dufay, a pivotal figure in early Renaissance music, crafts a work that is both devotional and politically aware, reflecting the ecclesiastical landscape of his time.