SKU: CA.4065019
ISBN 9790007096984. Language: Latin.
Next to the Stabat Mater, the Petite Messe solennelle of 1863 is Rossini's second extensive sacred composition. Ostensibly, the work was an occasional piece, written for the dedication of a private chapel for the once well-to-do Parisian nobility. This explains the reduced instrumental accompaniment for two pianos and harmonium. Of course this instrumental garb, reminiscent of decent, elevated salon music, produces an unmistakable timbre which through its typical Rossini rhythm obtains an additional flair. Score and parts available separately - see item CA.4065000.
SKU: HL.49002459
ISBN 9790001032483. 7.5x10.75x0.362 inches. Latin.
Soloists (SSTB), mixed choir (SATB) and orchestra. Latin.
SKU: CA.5162604
ISBN 9790007171445. Key: D minor. Text language: Latin. Piano reduction: Paul Horn.
The history of the genesis of the Requiem is entwined with legends and anecdotes. The burdens of the composition and performance of La Clemenza di Tito and Die Zauberflote, and an acute infection led to the collapse and death of the composer following a short illness. Mozart left his wife in considerable debt. Constanze therefore turned to Mozart's friends, asking them to complete the fragment. After two failed attempts, the task passed to Mozart's pupil Franz Xaver Sussmayr, who completed the Requiem in the form known today, using working materials that are no longer extant, and perhaps verbal instructions from the composer. Today the Sussmayr version is still the most well known, and it is doubtless the one with the closest historical ties to Mozart. This work is now available in carus music, the choir app! Score available separately - see item CA.5162600.
SKU: CA.4028190
ISBN 9790007066307. Key: C major. Language: Italian.
