"Missa Pro Pace"

Anna Hakobjanyan

ModernObscurerhapsodyLento4/4~5 min
H5
Henle (estimated)
RCM 7ABRSM 7

About this piece

Missa Pro Pace is a modern work that bridges contemporary modal writing with the traditions of liturgical music. It is musically notable for its wide dynamic range and evocative, bell-like sonorities.

Teacher notes

Managing the large dynamic shifts and ensuring the sustaining power of the melodic lines are the primary technical hurdles.

Technical focus

pedalingcantabiledramatic-contrast

Mood

atmosphericpowerful

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Frequently asked questions

How hard is "Missa Pro Pace" by Anna Hakobjanyan?

"Missa Pro Pace" is rated Henle level 5 of 9 — late intermediate repertoire, roughly ABRSM grades 6–7. In the RCM system it corresponds to about level 7.

What level do I need to play "Missa Pro Pace"?

You should be comfortable at Henle level 5 — meaning you can already play level 4–5 pieces cleanly. Learning it one level early is possible as a stretch piece, but more than that usually leads to months of frustration.

How long is "Missa Pro Pace"?

A typical performance of "Missa Pro Pace" lasts about 5 minutes.

Where can I get free sheet music for "Missa Pro Pace"?

"Missa Pro Pace" is available as free public-domain sheet music on IMSLP — the score is linked directly from this page.

What pieces are similar to "Missa Pro Pace"?

Pieces at a comparable difficulty and character include "Gold..." by Anna Hakobjanyan, "Unconcjuctive...inseparable..." by Anna Hakobjanyan, Bulgarische Suite by Pancho Haralanov Vladigerov — see the full similar-pieces list on this page.