Sanctus

This new arrangement of the Sanctus from Charles Gounod's La Messe solennelle en l'honneur de Sainte Cecile may be performed by either Tenor or Soprano Solo. An attractive and emotional accompaniment, an expansion of the Gounod rather than a replacement, supports and enhances the vocal parts. The chorus has been re-voiced to eliminate divisi passages, reducing the number of singers necessary. The solo part has been extended, joining on the melody for the final "Sanctus" and adding a brief cadenza-like final phrase to the chorus' final "Hosanna in excelsis." Sanctus is of moderate difficulty, performable by church or community choir, and suitable for concert or church service.