SANCTUS MESSE DE SAINT BONIFACE

When the preface concludes and the altar is prepared, the choir leads the faithful into one of the most ancient hymns of the Church. "Sanctus Messe De Saint Boniface" is a reverent Latin setting of the Holy, Holy, Holy, composed by Marcus Wittal. It carries the majesty expected at this pivotal moment in the Mass, drawing everyone into the heavenly liturgy.

The arrangement is written in clear solfa notation, making it highly accessible for four-part choirs to learn and perfect their harmonies. The opening "Sanctus" is grounded and solemn, building up to a bright and spirited "Hosánna in excélsis!" Interestingly, this setting includes a joyful, rhythmic shout of "Deo!" right in the middle of the Hosanna, giving the soprano line a wonderful moment of praise that lifts the entire piece.

Singing a Latin Mass part like this connects a local choir to the universal tradition of the Church. It is perfect for feast days, solemnities, or any Sunday where the liturgy calls for a touch of classic reverence. The separate verses for "Pleni sunt caeli" and "Benedictus" allow the choir to pace the acclamation beautifully before returning to the triumphant Hosanna.