Homo quidam fecit coenam magnam

Jacob Regnart's Homo quidam fecit coenam magnam is a substantial SATTB motet setting a passage from the Gospel of Matthew. The music opens with a rich, imitative texture, showcasing the composer's mastery of Renaissance polyphony. The narrative of the parable, where a master prepares a great feast and invites his guests, unfolds through carefully crafted vocal lines. The insistent refrain 'Quia parata sunt omnia' (For all is ready) builds a sense of joyful anticipation. The motet concludes with the traditional doxology, 'Gloria Patri et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto', bringing a solemn and spiritual dimension to the work. This is a powerful and engaging setting, ideal for a mature choir.