Dark, foreboding chords in a minor key with a quiet, tense melody building suspense, reflecting the plotting of the chief priests and Judas's betrayal.
Reflective and somber tone with a melody capturing the sacred moment, using harmonic progressions that suggest solemnity intertwined with underlying sadness.
A sorrowful adagio reflecting Jesus's anguish, with fluctuating melodies between hope and despair, emphasizing internal conflict and divine submission.
Abrupt, dissonant section symbolizing Judas's betrayal and the chaos of the arrest, conveyed through tumultuous bass lines and sharp chords.
Capturing Peter's fear and confusion with a repeating, hesitant motif, escalating to a stark silence representing his remorse.
Solemn and imposing, with formal rhythms interspersed with dissonant tensions, reflecting the gravity of the trial and accusations.
Varied moods from cautious harmony to ironic motifs, culminating in a mournful passage anticipating the crucifixion.
A profound adagio beginning with somber melodies, building to a climax at Jesus's death, then resolving into a serene, hopeful passage hinting at resurrection.