Et egredietur virga

This motet for SATB choir sets a Latin text that draws from the prophecies of Isaiah, foretelling the coming of the Messiah. The lyrics speak of a shoot emerging from the root of Jesse, from which a flower will ascend, and upon whom the Spirit of the Lord will rest. It evokes imagery of peace and divine wisdom, making it suitable for services during Advent or Christmas, or any occasion reflecting on messianic prophecy. Tim Blickhan crafts a setting that would resonate with the solemn yet hopeful nature of the scriptural text, offering a rich choral sound for mixed voices.