Eli, Eli lamma sabacthani?

This powerful setting of the Latin words from the Gospel according to Matthew depicts Jesus' cry from the cross in his final moments. The text translates as 'My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?' The composer Mariano Garau sets this poignant moment for SATB choir, allowing the voices to convey the profound anguish and theological weight of the scene. The somber nature of the text is amplified by the rich harmonies and dramatic contour often found in sacred choral music, offering a deeply moving reflection on the Passion.