Stabat Mater (Vocal score)

Description

Antonio Caldara (16701736) is primarily known for his numerous oratorios and operas which brought him great popularity during his lifetime. Besides these large-scale compositions, Caldara also wrote smaller vocal works, of which his Stabat mater is the best known.

This publication is based on Eusebius Mandyczewskis edition of the Stabat mater, which has, until now, been the definitive edition. The notation and key signatures have been adapted to todays standards. The effective instrumentation with two trombones and strings supports the solemn character of the work and enables smaller-scale performances.