Giovanni Battista Casali

Missa brevis concertata

The Roman composer Casali is primarily known today for his short 'Missa in G' (BU 145). However, the chapel master in S. Giovanni in Laterano wrote many more masses, most of which have remained unpublished. From this collection, we present an ordinarium for soloists, SATB and basso continuo in the first edition, which impressively demonstrates the composer's great skill. The frequent alternation between homophonic and polyphonic sections in the choral parts and the participation of the soloists (about a third of the total) create an exciting and varied dramaturgy, despite the evenness of the vocal progressions. The moderate performance time (21 minutes, without Credo 15 minutes) means that this rewarding work fits easily into any liturgy.
With Credo.

The score is copy-protected for single copies. This is only removed if the choral score is purchased at the same time as the choral score or the orchestral material.