Factum est autem

This sacred motet for ATTB voices opens with a clear, declamatory statement, setting the scene for the baptism of Jesus. Josquin des Prez masterfully shapes the narrative, drawing on the Gospel account of Jesus' baptism. The texture shifts between homophonic passages, where the voices move together in block chords, and more imitative sections, creating a sense of drama and reverence. The Latin text, taken from Luke's Gospel, recounts the descent of the Holy Spirit and the voice from heaven declaring Jesus as the beloved Son. The music powerfully underscores the divine moment, with the lower voices providing a rich foundation for the upper parts.