Hic est praecursor dilectus

The text celebrates John the Baptist as a precursor and shining light before the Lord. It describes him preparing the way for Christ in the wilderness, identifying the Lamb of God, and illuminating the minds of humankind. Teodoro Riccio sets this sacred Latin text for a large SAATTB choir. The expansive voicing allows for rich harmonic colours and contrasts, suiting the devotional and celebratory nature of the words. This motet offers a powerful musical setting of an important biblical passage, suitable for services or concerts.