The Stabat Mater is a Marian hymn that portrays the suffering of the Blessed Mother during Jesus’ Crucifixion. It dates back to the 13th century, and in the 1950s French composer Francis Poulenc wrote his own musical setting of the piece. In this special commentary, Marcus plays the music with his own comments and reflections.

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