Details
- Instrument:
- Choir
- Genres:
- Christian World Contemporary
- Composers:
- Paul Halley Paul Winter Kim Oler
- Publishers:
- Hal Leonard
- UPC:
- 073999443967
- ISBN:
- 9780634098710
- Item types:
- Physical
- Musical forms:
- Mass
- Artist:
- Paul Winter
- Usages:
- Mass
- Size:
- 6.75x10.5x0.25 inches
- Number of Pages:
- 104
- Shipping Weight:
- 0.65 pounds
SKU: HL.8744396
A Mass in Celebration of Mother Earth. By Paul Winter. By Kim Oler, Paul Halley, and Paul Winter. Choral. Concert, Contemporary, Festival, General Worship, Mass, Sacred, World Music. 104 pages. Hal Leonard #8744396. Published by Hal Leonard (HL.8744396).ISBN 9780634098710. UPC: 073999443967. 6.75x10.5x0.25 inches.
Now available separately: the first time in print! The Paul Winter Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) was first performed in 1981 in the New York's Cathedral of St. John the Divine and is a contemporary ecumenical celebration of the Earth. Featuring the Consort's signature lyrical melodies with African, Brazilian and American gospel traditions it interweaves wolf, whale and harp seal voices with those of the choir. May be performed in both liturgical and concert settings. Publications available: SATB score, Sound Cues CD (animal voices) and Instrumental Score and Parts for Soprano Sax, Oboe/English Horn, Cello, Piano, Organ, Guitar, Bass and Percussion. Total Performance Time: Approx. 36 minutes.
Agnus Dei
Kyrie
Canticle Of Brother Sun
Let Us Depart In Peace
The Beatitudes
The Blue Green Hills Of Earth
Sanctus and Benedictus
- More by this Composer:
- Paul Winter Paul Winter Choir Paul Winter Glockenspiel Paul Winter Piano Accompaniment
- Artists:
- Paul Halley Paul Winter Kim Oler
- Publisher:
- Hal Leonard
Ratings + Reviews
4 Rating
5 reviews
Anonymous
Dec 15, 2025
Paul Winter's Missa Gaia is a powerful contemporary mass, and this 4-part score is well-presented. For professional choral ensembles, it's a solid choice for concert or liturgical performance. While the animal sound cues require careful planning, the distinctive blend of African, Brazilian, and gospel traditions makes it a memorable program addition. A performance-ready edition for serious choirs.
Sarah M.
Dec 15, 2025
This SATB score for Missa Gaia is a fantastic choice for collegiate or advanced community choirs. The clarity of the engraving, typical of Hal Leonard, makes it easy to read for students learning complex harmonies and contemporary rhythms. Its ecumenical theme and unique incorporation of natural sounds offer rich pedagogical opportunities beyond just vocal technique, making it a very engaging piece to teach.
Emily S.
Dec 15, 2025
Singing Paul Winter's Missa Gaia has been a wonderfully rewarding experience for our community choir. It's so uplifting and truly makes you feel connected to the 'celebration of Mother Earth.' The blend of familiar mass elements with world music influences and natural sounds is captivating. It's challenging but achievable, making practice truly enjoyable and leaving you feeling refreshed!
Sean F.
Feb 4, 2020
Missa Gaia is unlike most masses in that it has animal sounds as an integral part of it. And the musical motives used in several of the movements are based directly on animal sounds. The music is excellent.
Obrance P.
Apr 26, 2014
do not worship the earth
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