Ludwig van Beethoven inscribed the words "Bitte um inneren und duBeren Frieden" (Prayer for inner and outer peace) in his own handwriting on the manuscript score of his "Missa Solemnis" at the point where the music for "dona nobis pacem" first appears.
Compositional Technique
Ludwig van Beethoven made only one alteration to the liturgical text in his "Missa Solemnis," adding an "O" to "miserere nobis" to make the outcry more human and acute.
Album & Artwork
All participants in this "Missa Solemnis" recording generously offered their services free, and the University of Maryland Chorus traveled to Europe at its own expense.
Performer Biography
Antal Doráti, the conductor, made his debut at the Budapest Opera House at the age of 18, becoming the youngest conductor in the history of that institution.
Historical Context
The International Physicians for the Prevention of Nuclear War (IPPNW) was founded in 1980 by two heart specialists, Professor B. Lown from the U.S.A. and Professor E. Tchasov from the Soviet Union.
Historical Context
The IPPNW, an international organization of physicians for the prevention of nuclear war, received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1985.
Album & Artwork
Profits from the concerts, CD sales, and broadcasting fees for this "Missa Solemnis" recording will be donated to victims of atomic explosions and IPPNW projects in developing countries.
