Joseph Haydn

Mass in C 'Paukenmesse' Hob.XXII/9

Joseph Haydn's "Missa in Tempore Belli" in C major (Hob. XXII: 9), world-renowned as the "Paukenmesse" (Mass in Time of War), is one of the most poignant masterworks of sacred choral music. Composed against the dramatic backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars, this work captivates through its masterful fusion of heartfelt pleas for peace, dramatic intensity, and radiant choral grandeur. This premium vocal score from the esteemed Edition Peters provides the ideal foundation for rehearsals and performances: arranged for four vocal soloists (SATB) and mixed choir (SATB), it offers accompanists a superbly playable and clearly engraved piano reduction. Whether for ambitious concert programmes or festive liturgical services, this edition brings Haydn's magnificent choral masterpiece to life in all its brilliance.