Creator: Bisso, Matteo, 1705-1776 Description: This a manuscript
copy of two Mass movements, Kyrie and Gloria, gathered from a
"Messa à 4." The copyist, Vincenso Marchetti, attributed this
mass to the composer Matteo Bisso. The texts of both movements
of the Mass are divided in several sections and set musically
for an ensemble of mixed choir (S.A.T.B), vocal soloists,
strings and basso continuo. Each section reflects changes of
tonality, tempo, and musical meter. The composer indicated
dynamics, the use of muted strings (e.g., p.) and performance
indications such as unison and col parte (e.g., p.  and p.). The
last section for the Chirie [sic] is set musically as a slow
fugue in triple meter. Contributing Partner: UNT Music Library