St. Cecilia Mass is the common name of a solemn mass in G major by Charles Gounod, composed in 1855 and scored for three soloists, mixed choir, orchestra and organ. The official name is Messe solennelle en l’honneur de Sainte-Cécile, in homage of St. Cecilia, the patron saint of music. The work was assigned CG 56 in the catalogue of the composer's works.
| Original Name | Messe solennelle de sainte Cécile |
| Date of composition | 1855 |
| Premiered | 1855, November 22nd (Saint-Eustache) in Paris, France |
| Type | Mass |
| Tonality | G Major |
| Spoken language | Latin |
| Instruments |
Voice (Soprano)
Voice (Tenor) Voice (Bass) Orchestra Chorus/Choir - Mixed Chorus ; Organ |
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| Autotranslations beta |
Charles Gounod: St. Cecilia Mass en sol majeur Charles Gounod: St. Cecilia Mass in sol maggiore Charles Gounod: St. Cecilia Mass G-dur |