El sermón de la montaña (Las bienaventuranzas)

Abraham González Ponce sets the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount in this Spanish sacred work. Scored for SSAATB choir, the piece builds upon the familiar text with a rich, full sound. The composer explores the spiritual message of each beatitude, moving from the blessedness of the poor in spirit and the meek to the comfort of those who mourn and the satisfaction of those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. The music reflects the joyous anticipation of heavenly reward, culminating in a powerful affirmation of the closeness of God's kingdom and the great recompense awaiting those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake.