Missa de Angelis

A 9th Century Gregorian Mass

Edited and arranged by Christopher Moore
The Gregorian Mass known as the Missa de Angelis is believed to date from as early as the
9th century. It is a plainsong mass, designed to be sung in unison and a cappella.
This arrangement attempts to keep the essential character of the Mass, whilst providing a
harmonically simple modern setting. The transcription of the Mass itself is from the
original neumes, and is as consistent as possible with the commonly accepted
interpretation of the flow of the music.
This is not intended to be an academically precise interpretation ; there is, of course, no
such thing. It is, however, based upon the editors own experience, and may be regarded
as one possible way of interpreting the work. The accompaniment is suitable for both
piano and organ.
There are four parts to the Mass.

Kyrie this may be performed with a soloist singing the first Kyrie eleison, the choir the
second etc.
Gloria A soloist may intone Gloria in excelsis Deo, at which point the choir then sings
the rest
Sanctus and Benedictus
Agnus Dei

The editor would appreciate feedback on this arrangement, and any suggestions for
improvement. E-mail may be sent to cid_moore@optusnet.com.au.
This edition may be freely copied for non-commercial performance. It may not, however,
be changed in any way without the editors approval.

Dr Christopher Moore
Sydney, Australia
September 1999

Missa de Angelis
Kyrie
Arr. Christopher Moore

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Missa de Angelis
Gloria
Arr. Christopher Moore

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Missa de Angelis
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Arr. Christopher Moore

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Missa de Angelis
Agnus Dei
arr. Christopher Moore
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