Andreas Simbeni’s arrangement of Tomás Luis de Victoria’s “Missa Laetatus sum” for an ensemble of twelve horns is a sonorous journey through one of the most outstanding works of sacred music of the Renaissance. This carefully conceived arrangement transposes the polyphonic textures and profound spirituality of Victoria’s Mass into the rich and multi-layered world of horn music, while retaining the character and intensity of the original.

The arrangement for twelve horns transforms the complex texture of the mass into an impressive sound panorama that immediately captivates the listener. The artful distribution of the parts between the horns allows the contrapuntal lines and harmonic turns of Victoria’s composition to be faithfully reproduced, while at the same time utilizing the unique tonal characteristics of the horns.

This arrangement of the “Missa Laetatus sum” is a challenging and rewarding task for advanced horn ensembles, requiring a deep understanding of ensemble playing and musical interpretation. It is ideal for concerts, sacred events and special musical occasions and offers a rare opportunity to experience a masterpiece of sacred music in a new, captivating form.