Pergolesi, Giovanni Battista: Messa in re maggiore / Edizione critica a cura di Claudio Bacciagaluppi / A Musical Journey Through Catholic Tradition: The Mass in D Major / Ricordi

Setting: Choral Music

Period: Baroque

Length: 216 pages

Weight: 4.15 kg

Publisher: Ricordi

Item number: NR14119400

Other reference: NR 14119400

ISMN: 9790041411941 / 979-0041411941

Hangszer/letét: Kórus

Korszak: Barokk

Terjedelem: 216 oldal

Súly:4,15 kg

Kiadó: Ricordi

Katalógusszám: NR14119400

Más kiadói szám: NR 14119400

The Messa in re maggiore, or Mass in D major, is a sacred choral work by the Italian composer Giovanni Battista Pergolesi. It was published posthumously in 1736, and it has since become one of the composer's most beloved works. 

The Mass is known for its intricate and beautiful choral writing, with Pergolesi's melodies soaring above the rich harmonies of the orchestra. The work is based on the traditional structure of the Catholic Mass, with sections for the Kyrie, Gloria, Credo, Sanctus, and Agnus Dei. 

The Edizione critica, or critical edition, of the Mass in D major was curated by Claudio Bacciagaluppi and published by Ricordi. This edition is based on extensive research into the original sources of the work and provides a more accurate and reliable representation of Pergolesi's intentions. 

The critical edition includes detailed commentary on the composition, offering insights into Pergolesi's musical choices and the historical context in which the work was created. It also includes a comprehensive bibliography and a wealth of supplementary material, making it an essential resource for scholars and performers alike. 

The Messa in re maggiore is a testament to Pergolesi's skill as a composer, and the critical edition by Claudio Bacciagaluppi allows us to appreciate the full depth and complexity of this beautiful work. Whether you are a performer, musicologist, or simply a lover of classical music, the Mass in D major is a must-listen and a staple of the choral repertoire.