In addition to small ordinaries, the French Romantic Dubois also wrote a few large masses, intended for festive liturgical and concert events. One such is the 'Messe pontificale', which - probably because the orchestral score remained unprinted - fell into oblivion soon after its grandiose premiere in St. Eustache and is only available to the public for the first time in our new edition. The organ version created especially for this purpose ideally covers the orchestral part and is designed for a well staffed two-manual organ (with swell). Due to the relatively high proportion of soloists and the predominantly homophonic arrangement of the movement, the rehearsal time for the choir is kept within manageable limits. An extremely sonorous mass in the style of French neoclassicism, which is able to leave an impressive and lasting mark on the solemn liturgy and the festive church concert! With credo.
