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Missa Brevis is a new Latin mass setting for choir and organ composed by John Rutter, published in Spring 2022 by Oxford University Press. The mass was composed at the invitation of the Chapter of York in memory of Richard Shephard, and first performed in York Minster on 11 July 2021 by the boy choristers and adult singers of the Minster Choir, directed by Robert Sharpe. The Eucharist is available to watch back on YouTube (Kyrie at 7:57, Gloria at 10:39, Celebration for solo organ at 43:37, Sanctus and Benedictus at 51:00 and the Agnus Dei at 1:04:08):
The new 20-minute mass for choral worship has five movements. The atmospheric Kyrie leads to a Gloria that contrasts vibrantly rhythmic passages with smoother, expressive sections. The mysterious harmonies of the Sanctus pave the way for a tender Benedictus, and the Agnus Dei is a haunting and powerful prayer for peace.
The Missa Brevis can be ordered directly from the Oxford University Press website or from Musicroom in the UK or JW Pepper or Edition Peters in the US.
Preordered pronto! Thank you John!!