French composer Jean Gilles (1668-1705) received his musical training as a choirboy in Aix-en-Provence. His substantial works are entirely religious  Messe Des Mortsbeing no exception. Gilles catalogue comprises a significant amount of choral work. His choral composing style often alternate passages sung by soloists and the chorus as is the case in Messe Des Morts. His musical style was influenced by André Campra a leading Opera composer of the day who Gilles succeeded as music master at the Cathedral of Saint Etienne in Toulouse. For all choirs seeking alternativerepertoire  Messe Des Morts provides a riveting performance.