Stabat Mater for soprano, alto and strings – piano reduction – is one of Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s most celebrated and beloved sacred compositions. Written in 1736, shortly before his untimely death at the age of just 26, it stands as a pinnacle of the early galant style and a deeply moving masterpiece of church music. The text, a medieval poem describing the Virgin Mary’s grief at the Crucifixion, is set by Pergolesi with a rare blend of tenderness, melodic beauty, and dramatic intensity. The two soloists – soprano and alto – intertwine in expressive duets and poignant solo passages, supported by an intimate string ensemble that enhances the work’s delicate expressiveness. This piano reduction allows singers and accompanists to rehearse and perform the work without full orchestra, making it ideal for study, recitals, and liturgical settings.
| Arrangement | Soprano |
| Format | Part, Vocal Score |
| Media | Sheet Music |
| Publisher | Edition Peters |
| Contributors | Battista Pergolesi, Giovanni(Composer) |
| Language | Latin |
| ISMN | 9790014004996 |