Ego pro te rogavi

Tiburtio Massaino's Ego pro te rogavi is a setting of a powerful passage from the Gospel of Luke, a poignant moment where Christ prays for Peter. This SATB motet in Latin is ideally suited for occasions of deep reflection or penitential seasons within the church's calendar. The text, 'I have prayed for you, Peter, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned, strengthen your brothers,' is delivered with a dignified sincerity. Massaino's skillful contrapuntal writing for mixed choir brings out the solemnity and spiritual weight of Jesus' words to his apostle, creating a moving and devotional musical experience.