Ego rogabo Patrem

Giovanni Gabrieli's Ego rogabo Patrem is a substantial motet for double choir (SSATTB), ideal for services in Ordinary Time or at Pentecost. The Latin text is drawn from the Gospel of John, where Christ promises his disciples that the Father will send the Paraclete, the Spirit of truth. Gabrieli masterfully crafts a rich sonic landscape, with the two choirs weaving in and out, creating a dialogue that builds to moments of great power. The extended Alleluia at the end offers a moment of exultation, making this a powerful and moving work for experienced choirs seeking to explore the Venetian polychoral style.